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belie in Italian

belie in Italian is smentire, contraddire — belie means to lie around; encompass.

belie in Italian

smentire

verb

(transitive) To contradict, to show (something) to be false. [from 17th c.]

contraddire

verb

(transitive) To contradict, to show (something) to be false. [from 17th c.]

What does "belie" mean?

verb To lie around; encompass.
verb To surround; beleaguer.

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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”.

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”.

Common Italian translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "belie" in Italian?

"belie" in Italian is smentire, contraddire. belie means: To lie around; encompass.

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

Yes — Italian has 2 translations listed for "belie": smentire, contraddire.

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