ammirare
to admire
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ammiˈraːre/
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Cultural Note
'Ammirare' is a powerful verb in Italian that conveys deep respect and appreciation. Telling someone 'ti ammiro' (I admire you) is a significant compliment that goes beyond surface-level praise. It's commonly used in both romantic and platonic contexts, and carries more emotional weight than its English equivalent.
📝 Example Sentences
Ti ammiro per il tuo coraggio.
I admire you for your courage.
Ho sempre ammirato la sua eleganza.
I have always admired her elegance.
È una persona da ammirare.
She's a person to be admired.