Meaning · adverb
exactly, precisely
In a sentence
È appunto quello che volevo dirti ieri.
That’s exactly what I wanted to tell you yesterday.
È appunto quello che penso anch'io.
That's exactly what I think too.
Appunto, dobbiamo uscire adesso.
Exactly, we have to go out now.
Usage notes
- Use 'appunto' to confirm or emphasize a point, like 'exactly' in English. Avoid overusing it in formal writing.
- Often used in spoken Italian to agree with someone, similar to 'that’s right' or 'precisely.'
- Not interchangeable with 'proprio'—'appunto' stresses correctness, while 'proprio' stresses ownership or intensity.
Meaning · noun
note
- note, memo
- reproach, criticism
In a sentence
Ho scritto un appunto sul telefono per domani.
I wrote a note on my phone for tomorrow.
Perché mi fai sempre un appunto davanti a tutti?
Why do you always make a reproach to me in front of everyone?
Ho preso molti appunti durante la riunione.
I took a lot of notes during the meeting.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|
| appunto | masculine · singular |
| appunti | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- For school or meetings, appunti is far more common than the singular appunto. Singular often sounds like one specific note or point.
- Don't confuse noun appunto with the adverb appunto meaning “exactly” or “precisely”; same form, different function.
- For digital notes, nota or promemoria may fit better; appunto often suggests quick handwritten or informal notes.
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