heypolyglot
Italian

azione

/atˈt͡sjo.ne/noun · feminineB1
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Meaning

action, deed

  • share (finance)

In a sentence

La tua azione ha aiutato tutti in casa.

Your action helped everyone at home.

Hai comprato un'azione della banca ieri?

Did you buy a bank share yesterday?

Non fare azioni stupide quando sei arrabbiato.

Don't do stupid things when you're angry.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
azionefeminine · singular
azionifeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Use 'azione' for physical or moral acts; 'atto' is more formal (e.g., legal documents).
  • In finance, 'azione' always means 'share'; don't confuse with 'obbligazione' (bond).
  • Plural is 'azioni'; no irregular forms. Feminine noun, so adjectives agree (e.g., 'azioni buone').

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