Meaning
just, right
In a sentence
Hai preso la strada giusta, tranquillo.
You took the right road, don't worry.
Non è giusto parlare così a tua sorella.
It's not right to talk to your sister like that.
Questo numero è giusto o devo cambiarlo?
Is this number right, or do I need to change it?
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| giusto | masculine · singular |
| giusta | feminine · singular |
| giusti | masculine · plural |
| giuste | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'giusto' for 'correct' in moral or factual contexts; 'corretto' is better for 'accurate' or 'proper.'
- Agrees in gender/number: 'giusto/giusta/giusti/giuste.' No contractions.
- Common in informal speech; 'giusto?' at the end of a sentence means 'right?' for confirmation.