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savage in Italian

savage in Italian is selvaggio, primitivo, brutale — savage means extremely fierce, violent, or brutal.

savage in Italian

selvaggio

adj

Wild; not cultivated or tamed.

selvaggio

adj

Barbaric; not civilized.

primitivo

adj

Barbaric; not civilized.

brutale

adj

Fierce and ferocious.

crudele

adj

Fierce and ferocious.

feroce

adj

Fierce and ferocious.

crudele

adj

Brutal, vicious, or merciless.

impietoso

adj

Brutal, vicious, or merciless.

selvaggio

noun

(historical, now, pejorative, ) A person not living in a civilization; a barbarian.

assalire

verb

To attack or assault someone or something ferociously or without restraint.

What does "savage" mean?

adj Extremely fierce, violent, or brutal.
"A savage storm tore the roof off the old barn overnight."
adj Informally, impressively bold, harsh, or brilliant — often used as a compliment for a sharp comeback or move.
"Her reply to the teasing was so savage that everyone laughed."
verb To attack fiercely, or to criticise something harshly.
"The press savaged the film, calling it dull and far too long."
noun An outdated and offensive term once used for a member of an indigenous or "uncivilised" society; now mainly used to mean a fierce or wild creature or person.
"The wolf was portrayed in the story as a savage of the forest."

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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”.

savage in a sentence

A savage storm tore the roof off the old barn overnight.
The animal launched a savage attack on its prey.
Her reply to the teasing was so savage that everyone laughed.
That was a savage move, winning the match with a final-second goal.

Similar words in Italian

animalistic barbarian beast blast brute brutish crucify pillory

Common Italian translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "savage" in Italian?

"savage" in Italian is selvaggio, primitivo, brutale. savage means: Extremely fierce, violent, or brutal.

How do you use "savage" in a sentence?

Example: "A savage storm tore the roof off the old barn overnight." In Italian, "savage" is selvaggio, primitivo, brutale.

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

Yes — Italian has 7 translations listed for "savage": selvaggio, primitivo, brutale, crudele, feroce, impietoso.

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