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firma

/ˈfir.ma/noun · feminineA1
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Meaning

signature

  • signing; act of signing

In a sentence

Manca la tua firma su questo foglio.

Your signature is missing from this sheet.

Hai già messo la firma sul contratto?

Have you already put your signature on the contract?

Senza la firma, non posso pagare.

Without the signature, I can't pay.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
firmafeminine · singular
firmefeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Use firma for both the written signature and the act of signing; context usually makes it clear.
  • For a company or business, firma exists but sounds dated or formal; azienda or ditta is more common in everyday Italian.
  • Common verbs are mettere/apporre la firma and firmare; learners often overuse fare una firma.

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