nounadjective
il corretto
correct
Definition & meaning
Corretto means correct, right, or accurate. It can describe something free from mistakes, such as an answer or a text.
It can also mean proper, fair, or well-mannered when describing behavior or a person.
In the context of coffee, it means spiked with liquor, as in caffè corretto .
Grammar & Word origin
Corretto is an adjective whose forms agree with the noun:
- Masculine: corretto, corretti
- Feminine: corretta, corrette
It is also the past participle of correggere , “to correct.” The word ultimately comes from Latin correctus, meaning “corrected” or “set right.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- esatto — “exact” or “correct”; emphasizes accuracy.
- giusto — “right” or “just”; can emphasize fairness or suitability.
- educato — “polite” or “well-mannered”; applies to behavior rather than factual accuracy.
Antonyms:
- sbagliato — “wrong” or “mistaken.”
- scorretto — “incorrect” or “improper”; can describe errors or unfair behavior.
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
La risposta è corretta.adjective
The answer is correct.
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