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letterato — meaning in English

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English meaning

learned adjective Having extensive knowledge, gained through years of study; scholarly.
scholar noun A person with deep expert knowledge in a particular academic subject.

Senses

letterato is used for these senses in English:

learned Having much learning, knowledgeable, erudite; highly educated.
scholar A specialist in a particular branch of knowledge.

learned — full definition

adjective Having extensive knowledge, gained through years of study; scholarly.
adjective A formal, respectful term used to refer to lawyers or judges in court.

scholar — full definition

noun A person with deep expert knowledge in a particular academic subject.
noun A student, especially one holding a scholarship.

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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

erudito dotto istruito colto studioso accademico ricercatore