espressivo
expressive
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/espresˈsiːvo/
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Cultural Note
Espressivo captures a core Italian cultural trait. From music (where 'espressivo' is an actual performance direction) to daily conversation, expressiveness is valued and encouraged. Italian communication combines verbal, vocal, and physical expression into a unified whole.
📝 Example Sentences
Gli italiani sono un popolo molto espressivo.
Italians are a very expressive people.
Ha un viso incredibilmente espressivo.
She has an incredibly expressive face.
Il suo modo di parlare è molto espressivo.
His way of speaking is very expressive.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | espressive |
| masculine_plural | espressivi |
| feminine_singular | espressiva |
| masculine_singular | espressivo |