Meaning
duke
In a sentence
Il duca vive in una grande casa.
The duke lives in a big house.
Hai visto il duca alla festa ieri?
Did you see the duke at the party yesterday?
Il duca non è arrivato in tempo.
The duke didn't arrive on time.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| duca | masculine · singular |
| duchi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'duca' for nobility titles; 'duke' in English contexts. Avoid 'duchetto' (diminutive, rare).
- Always capitalize when referring to a specific duke (e.g., 'il Duca di Milano').
- No plural form change for titles: 'i duchi' (the dukes), not 'i duca'.