Meaning
link, bond
- connection, relationship, tie
In a sentence
Tra noi c'è un legame molto forte.
There is a very strong bond between us.
Che legame hai con questa città?
What connection do you have with this city?
Non ho mai capito il loro legame.
I never understood their relationship.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| legame | masculine · singular |
| legami | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use legame for emotional, family, or abstract bonds; use collegamento for physical or technical links, like transport or internet connections.
- Common with di: un legame di amicizia, di sangue, di fiducia. With con, it often marks the other person: ho un forte legame con lei.
- Rapporto often means an ongoing relationship or interaction; legame stresses the bond itself, often deeper or more emotional.