nero
black
Beginner Adjective Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈne.ro/
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Cultural Note
In Italian superstition, a black cat crossing your path brings bad luck. 'Lavoro nero' refers to undeclared or under-the-table work. 'Cronaca nera' is the crime section of a newspaper.
📝 Example Sentences
Il gatto nero porta sfortuna.
A black cat brings bad luck.
Prendo il caffè nero.
I take my coffee black.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | nere |
| masculine_plural | neri |
| feminine_singular | nera |
| masculine_singular | nero |