spegnere

Italian word: spegnere

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Meaning:

The verb "spegnere" in Italian means "to turn off" or "to switch off" something, commonly referring to lights, appliances, or devices. It can also mean "to put out" when referring to extinguishing things like a fire, a candle, or a cigarette.

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Usage and Explanation:

• The verb "spegnere" is a regular verb that ends in -ere.
• It is often used when wanting to stop a device or a source of light or energy.
• It can also be used figuratively, for example, to "put out" an emotion or feeling (though this is less common).

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Parts:

• Root: "spegn-"
• Infinitive ending: "-ere"

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Synonyms:

• per spegner luce o elettricità: disattivare, chiudere (less commonly used)
• per fuoco o fumo: estinguere

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Antonyms:

• accendere – to turn on, to switch on
• accendere un fuoco – to light, to kindle

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Examples:

• Per favore, spegni la luce quando esci dalla stanza.
  (Please, turn off the light when you leave the room.)

• Ha spento il fuoco prima di andare a dormire.
  (He put out the fire before going to sleep.)