laurea
university degree / graduation
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈlau.re.a/
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Cultural Note
Italian graduation celebrations are unique: the new graduate wears a laurel wreath (corona d'alloro), friends read humorous poems and display embarrassing posters, and everyone toasts with prosecco. The tradition of the laurel wreath dates back to ancient Rome.
📝 Example Sentences
Oggi festeggiamo la tua laurea!
Today we're celebrating your graduation!
Ha preso la laurea in lettere.
She got a degree in literature.
La festa di laurea è stata indimenticabile.
The graduation party was unforgettable.