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Italian

irrequieto

/ir.reˈkwjɛ.to/adjectiveC1
Extended vocabulary · Vocabulary rank 6,345

Meaning

restless, fidgety

  • unable to rest or relax, characterized by agitation or nervous energy
  • constantly moving or uneasy (of people, animals, or situations)

In a sentence

I bambini erano irrequieti dopo troppe ore passate in macchina.

The children were restless after too many hours in the car.

Perché sei così irrequieto stasera?

Why are you so restless tonight?

Ha trascorso una notte irrequieta a causa dell'ansia per l'esame.

She spent a restless night due to anxiety about the exam.

Word forms (4)
WordWord forms
irrequietomasculine · singular
irrequietafeminine · singular
irrequietimasculine · plural
irrequietefeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Can describe temporary mood, innate temperament, or physical agitation (like restless sleep).

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