Meaning
gum
- The firm connective tissue surrounding the base of the teeth in the mouth.
In a sentence
Usa uno spazzolino morbido per evitare di irritare la gengiva infiammata.
Use a soft toothbrush to avoid irritating the inflamed gum.
Il dentista mi ha spiegato come curare le gengive che sanguinano spesso.
The dentist explained to me how to treat gums that bleed often.
Senti dolore alla gengiva quando bevi bevande molto fredde?
Do you feel pain in your gum when you drink very cold beverages?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| gengiva | feminine · singular |
| gengive | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Almost always used in the plural ('le gengive') when referring to dental care or pain.
- Do not confuse with 'gomma' (chewing gum, rubber, or eraser).