heypolyglot
Italian

politecnico

/poliˈtɛk.ni.ko/noun · masculineC1
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Meaning

polytechnic university

  • a university specializing in engineering, architecture, and applied sciences

In a sentence

Mio cugino studia ingegneria meccanica al Politecnico di Torino.

My cousin is studying mechanical engineering at the Polytechnic of Turin.

Il politecnico offre molti corsi di laurea innovativi.

The polytechnic university offers many innovative degree programs.

Quale facoltà frequenterai dopo l'ammissione al politecnico?

Which department will you attend after admission to the polytechnic?

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
politecnicomasculine · singular
politecnicimasculine · plural

Usage notes

  • Capitalized when naming specific institutions, e.g., 'il Politecnico di Milano'.
  • Can also function as an adjective meaning 'polytechnic'.
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