Meaning
doubt, uncertainty, suspicion
In a sentence
Ho qualche dubbio su questa risposta.
I have some doubts about this answer.
Hai dubbi sul prezzo finale?
Do you have doubts about the final price?
Non c'è dubbio, lui ha capito tutto.
There's no doubt, he understood everything.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| dubbio | masculine · singular |
| dubbi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'dubbio' for general uncertainty; 'incertezza' implies lack of confidence or hesitation.
- Avoid 'ho un dubbio' for 'I have a question'—Italians say 'ho una domanda' instead.
- Masculine noun: 'il dubbio', 'i dubbi'. No plural form for abstract sense (e.g., 'senza dubbi').