foundation in Italian

foundation in Italian is fondazione, fondamenta, fondamento — foundation means the solid base that supports a building or structure.

foundation in Italian

fondazione

noun

fondamenta

noun

That upon which anything is founded; that on which anything stands, and by which it is supported; the lowest and supporting layer of a superstructure; underbuilding.

fondazione

noun

(architecture) The lowest and supporting part or member of a wall, including the base course and footing courses; in a frame house, the whole substructure of masonry.

fondamento

noun

(architecture) The lowest and supporting part or member of a wall, including the base course and footing courses; in a frame house, the whole substructure of masonry.

What does "foundation" mean?

noun The solid base that supports a building or structure.
"Builders poured concrete to make a strong foundation before raising any walls."
noun The basic principles or ideas that something is built upon.
"Good manners are the foundation of a friendly, respectful classroom."
noun An organization set up and funded to support a charitable or educational cause.
"The foundation gives grants to young musicians who cannot afford lessons."
noun A makeup product applied to even out skin tone.
"She dabbed on some foundation before heading out."

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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”.

foundation in a sentence

Builders poured concrete to make a strong foundation before raising any walls.
The old barn has a weak foundation, so it leans slightly.
Good manners are the foundation of a friendly, respectful classroom.
Trust is the foundation of any good relationship.

Similar words in Italian

cornerstone creation introduction

Common Italian translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "foundation" in Italian?

"foundation" in Italian is fondazione, fondamenta, fondamento. foundation means: The solid base that supports a building or structure.

How do you use "foundation" in a sentence?

Example: "Builders poured concrete to make a strong foundation before raising any walls." In Italian, "foundation" is fondazione, fondamenta, fondamento.

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

Yes — Italian has 3 translations listed for "foundation": fondazione, fondamenta, fondamento.

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