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mainstay in Italian

mainstay in Italian is base, pilastro — mainstay means a chief support.

mainstay in Italian

base

noun

A chief support.

pilastro

noun

A chief support.

What does "mainstay" mean?

noun A chief support.
noun Someone or something that can be depended on to make a regular contribution.
noun A stabilising rope from high on the mainmast to the base of the foremast.

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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 "mainstay" in Italian?

"mainstay" in Italian is base, pilastro. mainstay means: A chief support.

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

Yes — Italian has 2 translations listed for "mainstay": base, pilastro.

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