Meaning
praise
In a sentence
Il professore ha speso parole di lode per la classe.
The teacher had words of praise for the class.
Hai ricevuto una lode per il progetto?
Did you receive praise for the project?
Non cerco lode, voglio solo aiutare.
I’m not looking for praise, I just want to help.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| lode | feminine · singular |
| lodi | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- More formal and literary than elogio or complimento; common in writing, ceremonies, religion, and fixed expressions.
- Often appears in the plural, lodi, especially in set phrases like tessere le lodi or all'unanimità di lodi.
- In university grading, con lode means 'with honors.' Don't translate it as simple 'praise' in that context.