leale
loyal, faithful
Advanced Adjective
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Pronunciation
/leˈaːle/
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Cultural Note
Loyalty ('lealtà') is perhaps the most valued trait in Italian interpersonal relationships. Italian friendships and family bonds are built on fierce, lifelong loyalty. Betraying someone's trust is considered one of the worst social offenses. The concept extends to regional and local loyalties — Italians are famously loyal to their hometown, local team, and neighborhood bar.
📝 Example Sentences
È un amico leale su cui puoi sempre contare.
He's a loyal friend you can always count on.
Cerca un partner leale e sincero.
She's looking for a loyal and sincere partner.
La lealtà è la qualità che apprezzo di più.
Loyalty is the quality I appreciate the most.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | leali |
| masculine_plural | leali |
| feminine_singular | leale |
| masculine_singular | leale |