Meaning
partner
- romantic partner
- business partner
In a sentence
Il mio partner lavora in un'altra città.
My partner works in another city.
Hai già parlato con il tuo partner?
Have you already spoken with your partner?
Non siamo partner in questo progetto.
We aren't partners in this project.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| partner | masculine · singular |
| partner | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Partner is common for both business and romantic contexts; add context if needed: partner d’affari vs partner sentimentale.
- For a spouse or steady boyfriend/girlfriend, many Italians prefer compagno/compagna in everyday speech; partner can sound more neutral or modern.
- Invariable in form: il partner, la partner, i partner. Don’t add Italian plural endings.