aprire
to open
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/aˈpri.re/
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Cultural Note
Italian shop hours can surprise visitors. Many small shops close for lunch (pausa pranzo) and reopen in the afternoon. Knowing when shops 'aprono' and 'chiudono' is essential.
📝 Example Sentences
Apri la finestra, fa caldo.
Open the window, it's hot.
Il negozio apre alle nove.
The shop opens at nine.
Ha aperto una bottiglia di prosecco per festeggiare.
She opened a bottle of prosecco to celebrate.