bello
beautiful, handsome
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ˈbɛl.lo/
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Cultural Note
'Bello/bella' is the quintessential Italian compliment and is used far more broadly than 'beautiful' in English. It can describe people, food, weather, experiences, and ideas. 'Ciao, bello/bella!' is a common affectionate greeting among friends.
📝 Example Sentences
Sei bellissimo stasera.
You look gorgeous tonight.
Che bella giornata!
What a beautiful day!
Ha un bel sorriso.
He has a nice smile.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | belle |
| masculine_plural | belli |
| feminine_singular | bella |
| masculine_singular | bello |
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