Meaning
hand
- help
In a sentence
Mi sono lavato le mani prima di cena.
I washed my hands before dinner.
Mi dai una mano con queste borse?
Can you give me a hand with these bags?
Alza la mano, per favore.
Raise your hand, please.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| mano | feminine · singular |
| mani | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'mano' for body part; 'manina' (little hand) is affectionate. Avoid 'manetta' (handcuff) unless context is clear.
- Feminine noun: 'la mano', but plural is 'le mani' (irregular). Adjectives agree: 'mani pulite' (clean hands).
- In cards/games, 'mano' means 'round'. 'Una mano di poker' = one round of poker.