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clemenza

/kleˈmɛn.tsa/noun · feminineC1
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Meaning

clemency, mercy

  • Discretionary leniency or mercy shown toward an offender.
  • Mildness or gentleness of weather.

In a sentence

L'avvocato ha implorato la corte di concedere clemenza.

The lawyer implored the court to grant clemency.

Speriamo nella clemenza del tempo per la nostra gita.

Let's hope for mild weather for our outing.

Il sovrano rifiutò ogni richiesta di clemenza da parte dei ribelli.

The sovereign rejected every plea for clemency from the rebels.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
clemenzafeminine · singular
clemenzefeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Common in formal or legal registers (e.g., imploring a judge for leniency).

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