Translation of Italian word "su" to English
su
/su/
How to use
Used to indicate location or reference.
🇬🇧 English
on, about
Example
C'è polvere su tutti i mobili.
There's dust on all the furniture.
Scriviamo un saggio su questo argomento.
We're writing an essay on this topic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Italian word "su" mean?▼
The Italian word "su" means "on, about" in English.
How do you pronounce the Italian word "su"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "su"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Indica una posizione sopra qualcosa o un argomento." (which translates as "There's dust on all the furniture.").
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