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Italian

ibrido

/ˈi.bri.do/adjective / noun · masculineB2
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Meaning · adjective

hybrid

  • Composed of mixed elements, methods, or origins.
  • Combining an internal combustion engine and an electric motor.

In a sentence

Molte aziende hanno adottato un modello di lavoro ibrido ed efficiente.

Many companies have adopted an efficient hybrid work model.

Ha deciso di comprare un'auto ibrida per ridurre i consumi.

He decided to buy a hybrid car to reduce fuel consumption.

Questo saggio propone una forma ibrida tra narrazione storica e romanzo.

This essay proposes a hybrid form between historical narrative and novel.

Word forms (4)
WordWord forms
ibridomasculine · singular
ibridafeminine · singular
ibridimasculine · plural
ibridefeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Frequently used in contemporary Italian for working styles ('lavoro ibrido') and motor vehicles ('auto ibrida').

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Opposites

Meaning · noun

hybrid

  • an offspring resulting from a cross between two different species or varieties
  • a thing made by combining two or more distinct elements

In a sentence

Il mulo è un ibrido tra un asino e una cavalla.

The mule is a hybrid between a donkey and a mare.

Questo modello è un ibrido interessante tra berlina e fuoristrada?

Is this model an interesting hybrid between a sedan and an SUV?

La pianta non produce semi perché è un ibrido sterile.

The plant does not produce seeds because it is a sterile hybrid.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
ibridomasculine · singular
ibridimasculine · plural

Usage notes

  • Can also function as an adjective, such as in 'veicolo ibrido' (hybrid vehicle).

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