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How do you say "new" in Italian?
nuovo
In Italian, "new" is nuovo.
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Pronunciation
Nuovo is NWOH-voh, stress on the first syllable, with 'uo' blending into one quick 'wo' sound.
Grammar notes
nuovo is a adjective used the same way as its English equivalent.
Example sentence
Ha comprato un telefono nuovo.
He bought a new phone.
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How to remember nuovo
Nuovo sounds close to 'novel', which describes something new and original.
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Questions about nuovo
How do you pronounce nuovo?
Nuovo is NWOH-voh, stress on the first syllable, with 'uo' blending into one quick 'wo' sound.
Is nuovo formal or casual?
nuovo is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.
How is nuovo used in Italian?
nuovo is used the same way as the equivalent English adjective. For example: Ha comprato un telefono nuovo. (He bought a new phone.).
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