Translation of Italian word "terra" to English
terra
/ˈtɛr.ra/
How to use
The Italian noun 'terra' (feminine) denotes 'earth, land' (Earth, land, ground). It typically takes the definite article 'la'. Learners should note how 'terra' behaves in the plural — the ending change follows the regular pattern for its gender class.
🇬🇧 English
earth, land
Example
La Terra ruota attorno al Sole.
The Earth revolves around the Sun.
I contadini lavorano la terra ogni primavera.
Farmers work the land every spring.
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- terra ferma— mainland
- I contadini lavorano la terra ogni primavera.— Farmers work the land every spring.
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What does the Italian word "terra" mean?▼
The Italian word "terra" means "earth, land" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "La Terra ruota attorno al Sole." (which translates as "The Earth revolves around the Sun.").
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