bearing in Italian

bearing in Italian is cuscinetto, posizione, portamento — bearing means a mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.

bearing in Italian

cuscinetto

noun

(mechanical engineering) A mechanical device that supports another part or reduces friction.

posizione

noun

Relevance; a relationship or connection.

portamento

noun

One's posture, demeanor, or manner.

postura

noun

One's posture, demeanor, or manner.

What does "bearing" mean?

noun A mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.
"The mechanic said a worn bearing was causing the grinding noise in the fan."
noun A direction or angle measured relative to true north, used to describe position or heading.
"The captain read the bearing from the compass and steered towards the island."
noun A person's posture, manner, or general demeanour.
"The old general's proud bearing made everyone in the room stand up straighter."
noun Relevance or connection to a matter.
"Your age has no bearing on whether you can apply for the course."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

bearing in a sentence

The mechanic said a worn bearing was causing the grinding noise in the fan.
Oil keeps the bearing inside the engine turning smoothly.
The captain read the bearing from the compass and steered towards the island.
The ship changed its bearing to avoid the storm.

Similar words in Italian

azimuth carriage direction mien position

Common Italian translations

the of to and A in I that for you it on

Frequently asked questions

What is "bearing" in Italian?

"bearing" in Italian is cuscinetto, posizione, portamento. bearing means: A mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.

How do you use "bearing" in a sentence?

Example: "The mechanic said a worn bearing was causing the grinding noise in the fan." In Italian, "bearing" is cuscinetto, posizione, portamento.

Are there other ways to say "bearing" in Italian?

Yes — Italian has 4 translations listed for "bearing": cuscinetto, posizione, portamento, postura.

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