Meaning
order
- order, command
- order, arrangement
- order, purchase order
- order, class/category
In a sentence
Il capo ha dato un ordine chiaro.
The boss gave a clear order.
Puoi mettere questi libri in ordine?
Can you put these books in order?
Non ho ancora ricevuto il mio ordine.
I still haven't received my order.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| ordine | masculine · singular |
| ordini | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'ordine' for commands (military, legal) vs. 'comando' for technical/device control.
- For 'order' in restaurants, prefer 'ordinazione' or 'comanda' (informal).
- Masculine noun: 'l’ordine' (singular), 'gli ordini' (plural). No irregular plurals.