Translation of Italian word "stesso" to English
stesso
/ˈstes.so/
How to use
The Italian adjective 'stesso' expresses 'same' (Same, self). It agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies (e.g. taking endings -o/-a/-i/-e or -e/-i). The meaning of 'stesso' shifts subtly depending on whether it precedes or follows the noun — pre-nominal position often adds a figurative or emphatic nuance.
🇬🇧 English
same
Example
Lavoriamo nella stessa azienda da tre anni.
We have been working in the same company for three years.
Abbiamo avuto lo stesso pensiero contemporaneamente.
We had the same thought at the same time.
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Common phrases
- stesso nome— same name
- Abbiamo avuto lo stesso pensiero contemporaneamente.— We had the same thought at the same time.
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What does the Italian word "stesso" mean?▼
The Italian word "stesso" means "same" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Lavoriamo nella stessa azienda da tre anni." (which translates as "We have been working in the same company for three years.").
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