Meaning · noun
coward
- A person who lacks courage in the face of danger, challenge, or responsibility.
In a sentence
Solo un codardo scapperebbe davanti a una situazione così difficile.
Only a coward would run away from such a difficult situation.
Non fare il codardo e spiega chiaramente cosa è successo!
Don't be a coward and clearly explain what happened!
I codardi preferiscono mentire piuttosto che ammettere i propri errori.
Cowards prefer to lie rather than admit their mistakes.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| codardo | masculine · singular |
| codardi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- More formal and literary than everyday synonyms like 'fifone' or 'cagasotto'.
- Can also be used as an adjective meaning 'cowardly'.