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Vespa

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Noun — An Italian brand of motor scooter, known for its rounded, retro design.

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Etymology

From Italian vespa, "wasp" — the scooter's designer thought its body and buzzing engine resembled the insect.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Vespa” mean?

The word “Vespa” means an Italian brand of motor scooter, known for its rounded, retro design. In plain terms, a classic Italian scooter brand, now used loosely for that type of scooter in general.

How do you use “Vespa” in a sentence?

Here is “Vespa” used in a sentence: “They rode a Vespa through the narrow streets of Rome.”

What part of speech is “Vespa”?

“Vespa” is a noun.

Where does the word “Vespa” come from?

The word “Vespa” comes from Italian. From Italian vespa, "wasp" — the scooter's designer thought its body and buzzing engine resembled the insect.

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