Meaning
fit; joint
- the way parts fit together
- a joint or slot used to connect pieces
- a difficult combination of times or commitments
In a sentence
Questo mobile ha un incastro molto semplice.
This piece of furniture has a very simple joint.
Riesci a trovare l'incastro giusto tra lavoro e palestra?
Can you find the right fit between work and the gym?
I due pezzi di legno sono uniti da un incastro perfetto.
The two pieces of wood are joined by a perfect joint.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| incastro | masculine · singular |
| incastri | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Concrete sense: pieces fitting together in wood, furniture, or objects.
- Figurative sense: un incastro di orari means a tricky schedule arrangement.
- Related verb: incastrare.