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loanword in Italian

loanword in Italian is forestierismo, prestito linguistico — loanword means a word directly taken into one language from another one.

loanword in Italian

forestierismo

noun

A word directly taken into one language from another one.

prestito linguistico

noun

A word directly taken into one language from another one.

What does "loanword" mean?

noun A word directly taken into one language from another one.

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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 "loanword" in Italian?

"loanword" in Italian is forestierismo, prestito linguistico. loanword means: A word directly taken into one language from another one.

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

Yes — Italian has 2 translations listed for "loanword": forestierismo, prestito linguistico.

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