dimple in Italian

dimple in Italian is bozza, fossetta, formare bozze su — dimple means a small natural indentation in the skin, especially near the corners of the mouth or on the cheek.

dimple in Italian

bozza

noun

A small depression or indentation in a surface.

fossetta

noun

Specifically, a small natural depression on the skin, especially on the face near the corners of the mouth.

formare bozze su

verb

(intransitive) To create a dimple in one's face by smiling.

formare fossette su

verb

(intransitive) To create a dimple in one's face by smiling.

What does "dimple" mean?

noun A small natural indentation in the skin, especially near the corners of the mouth or on the cheek.
"He has a dimple on his left cheek when he smiles."
noun A small dent or indentation in any surface.
"Golf balls are covered in tiny dimples to improve their flight."
verb To form a small indentation, or to show a dimple by smiling.
"Her cheeks dimpled as she grinned."

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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”.

dimple in a sentence

He has a dimple on his left cheek when he smiles.
Their baby has the same dimple as her father.
Golf balls are covered in tiny dimples to improve their flight.
Her cheeks dimpled as she grinned.

Similar words in Italian

dent depression indentation

Common Italian translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "dimple" in Italian?

"dimple" in Italian is bozza, fossetta, formare bozze su. dimple means: A small natural indentation in the skin, especially near the corners of the mouth or on the cheek.

How do you use "dimple" in a sentence?

Example: "He has a dimple on his left cheek when he smiles." In Italian, "dimple" is bozza, fossetta, formare bozze su.

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

Yes — Italian has 4 translations listed for "dimple": bozza, fossetta, formare bozze su, formare fossette su.

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