Translation of Italian word "tossire" to English
tossire
/tosˈsi.re/
How to use
The Italian verb 'tossire' means 'to cough' (To cough). It belongs to the third conjugation (-ire). It forms compound tenses with the auxiliary 'avere'. A typical usage pattern is 'Tossisce continuamente a causa del mal di gola.' (He coughs continuously due to sore throat.).
🇬🇧 English
to cough
Example
Tossisce continuamente a causa del mal di gola.
He coughs continuously due to sore throat.
Copriti la bocca quando tossisci in pubblico.
Cover your mouth when you cough in public.
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Common phrases
- Tossisce continuamente a causa del mal di gola.— He coughs continuously due to sore throat.
- Copriti la bocca quando tossisci in pubblico.— Cover your mouth when you cough in public.
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What does the Italian word "tossire" mean?▼
The Italian word "tossire" means "to cough" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Tossisce continuamente a causa del mal di gola." (which translates as "He coughs continuously due to sore throat.").
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