Meaning
handle, neck
- the part of an object, tool, or utensil by which it is held
- the neck of a stringed musical instrument

In a sentence
Fai attenzione, il manico della padella scotta molto.
Be careful, the handle of the pan is very hot.
Il manico della tazza si è rotto cadendo per terra.
The mug's handle broke when it fell to the floor.
Questo liutaio modella a mano il manico di ogni chitarra.
This luthier hand-shapes the neck of every guitar.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| manico | masculine · singular |
| manici | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- The plural is irregular: 'manici' (pronounced with a soft /tʃ/ sound).