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ardesia — meaning in English

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English meaning

slate noun A fine-grained gray rock that splits easily into thin flat sheets, often used for roofing.

Senses

ardesia is used for these senses in English:

slate Having the bluish-grey/gray colour of slate.
slate (uncountable, geology) A fine-grained homogeneous sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash which has been metamorphosed so that it cleaves easily into thin layers.
slate (uncountable) The bluish-grey colour of most slate.

slate — full definition

noun A fine-grained gray rock that splits easily into thin flat sheets, often used for roofing.
noun A list of candidates or a planned schedule of activities.
verb To schedule or plan something.
verb To criticize harshly.

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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”.

Related Italian words

grigio ardesia lavagna tegola d'ardesia a credito conto conto aperto lista candidati redarguire pianificare prevedere programmare destinare