Meaning
custody
- legal custody of a child
- reliance, trust (fare affidamento su = rely on)
- entrusting of someone or something to another person
- assignment or awarding of a service or task
In a sentence
Il giudice ha deciso l'affidamento condiviso.
The judge decided on joint custody.
Chi chiede l'affidamento del bambino?
Who is asking for custody of the child?
Non parlano ancora dell'affidamento finale.
They are not talking yet about the final custody arrangement.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| affidamento | masculine · singular |
| affidamenti | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- In family law, often means child custody.
- Common phrases: affidamento condiviso, affidamento esclusivo.
- Also used in administrative language for assigning services.