voto
grade / mark
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈvoːto/
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Cultural Note
Italian university grades go from 18 (minimum passing) to 30 (maximum), with the possibility of '30 e lode' (30 with honors) for exceptional work. The final degree grade is out of 110, with '110 e lode' being the highest. This unique grading system surprises many international students.
📝 Example Sentences
Ho preso un bel voto all'esame.
I got a good grade on the exam.
Il voto massimo è trenta e lode.
The highest grade is thirty with honors.
Non sono soddisfatto del mio voto.
I'm not satisfied with my grade.