knife in Italian

knife in Italian is coltello, lama, accoltellare — knife means a tool with a flat, usually metal blade sharpened along one edge and fixed to a handle, used for cutting.

knife in Italian

coltello

noun

coltello

noun

Any blade-like part in a tool or a machine designed for cutting, such as that of a chipper.

lama

noun

Any blade-like part in a tool or a machine designed for cutting, such as that of a chipper.

accoltellare

verb

(transitive) To use a knife to injure or kill by stabbing, slashing, or otherwise using the sharp edge of the knife as a weapon.

What does "knife" mean?

noun A tool with a flat, usually metal blade sharpened along one edge and fixed to a handle, used for cutting.
"She sliced the bread with a bread knife."
verb To stab or cut someone with a knife.
"He was knifed in the arm during the scuffle."
verb To betray someone, especially a political ally.
"Party insiders accused him of knifing his own leader before the vote."

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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”.

knife in a sentence

She sliced the bread with a bread knife.
Always keep your kitchen knives sharp — a dull knife is more dangerous than a sharp one.
He was knifed in the arm during the scuffle.
Party insiders accused him of knifing his own leader before the vote.

Similar words in Italian

blade cutter stab tongue

Common Italian translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "knife" in Italian?

"knife" in Italian is coltello, lama, accoltellare. knife means: A tool with a flat, usually metal blade sharpened along one edge and fixed to a handle, used for cutting.

How do you use "knife" in a sentence?

Example: "She sliced the bread with a bread knife." In Italian, "knife" is coltello, lama, accoltellare.

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

Yes — Italian has 3 translations listed for "knife": coltello, lama, accoltellare.

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