cento
one hundred
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ˈt͡ʃɛn.to/
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Cultural Note
Cento is invariable and never takes a plural. The expression 'per cento' means 'percent.' In Italian culture, turning 100 (centenario) is a major celebration, and Italy consistently ranks among countries with the most centenarians.
📝 Example Sentences
Costa cento euro.
It costs one hundred euros.
Cento anni fa, il mondo era diverso.
One hundred years ago, the world was different.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | cento |
| masculine_plural | cento |
| feminine_singular | cento |
| masculine_singular | cento |