noun
il leone
lion
Definition & meaning
Leone means lion, the large wild cat known for its mane and powerful roar.
Figuratively, it can describe a brave, strong, or determined person. It also refers to Leo, the zodiac sign.
Grammar & Word origin
Leone is a masculine noun: il leone, plural i leoni. The feminine form is leonessa , meaning “lioness.”
It comes from Latin leo, leonis, ultimately from Greek léōn.
Synonyms & antonyms
- felino — “feline”; a broader term that includes lions and other cats.
- coraggioso — “brave”; an adjective that can convey the figurative sense of strength or courage, but is not a direct noun synonym.
There is no direct antonym for the animal. In the figurative sense, fifone means “coward” or “scaredy-cat.”
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
Il leone dorme sotto l'albero.noun
The lion sleeps under the tree.
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