Meaning
tablet, pill
- A solid piece of medicine; a tablet or pill.
- A pad of absorbent material used in medical treatment; a compress.
In a sentence
Prendi una compressa dopo i pasti principali.
Take one tablet after your main meals.
Devo sciogliere questa compressa in un bicchiere d'acqua?
Do I need to dissolve this tablet in a glass of water?
Non ho preso la compressa per il mal di testa stamattina.
I didn't take the tablet for my headache this morning.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| compressa | feminine · singular |
| compresse | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- In everyday medical use, 'compressa' specifically denotes a swallowed tablet, while 'pillola' can refer more broadly to any pill.