nounnoun
la parte
part
Una porzione di un tutto, vista come elemento che compone qualcosa di più grande.
Definition & meaning
The Italian word parte generally refers to a portion, a segment, or a share of something. It can be used in several contexts:
- A portion or share: A piece of a whole, or a specific amount belonging to a larger quantity. For example, "una parte del libro" (a part of the book).
- A role: Specifically in theater or cinema, it refers to the role played by an actor. For example, "recitare una parte" (to play a role).
- A point of view or side: It can refer to a direction or a side in a conflict or argument. For example, "dalla mia parte" (on my side).
- Geography/Direction: It can mean a direction or location, as in "da che parte vai?" (which way are you going?).
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is a feminine noun (la parte). The plural form is parti. It is also the third-person singular indicative present form of the verb partire (to leave), meaning "he/she/it leaves."
- Word origin: It derives from the Latin pars, partis, which means a piece, a portion, or a share.
Synonyms & antonyms
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Examples
Questa è la parte più difficile del compito.noun
This is the hardest part of the assignment.
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