Meaning
misunderstanding
- misunderstanding caused by confusion
- mistaken interpretation of words or actions
- ambiguity that creates confusion
In a sentence
C'è stato un equivoco sul luogo dell'incontro.
There was a misunderstanding about the meeting place.
Possiamo chiarire questo equivoco adesso?
Can we clear up this misunderstanding now?
Non voglio creare un equivoco con il messaggio.
I do not want to create a misunderstanding with the message.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| equivoco | masculine · singular |
| equivoci | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Most common in expressions like c'è stato un equivoco.
- Often means misunderstanding, not only ambiguity.
- Do not confuse with equivoco as an adjective in formal language.