Meaning
place, spot
- place, position (in a list, classification etc.); often not translated
- seat
- room, space
In a sentence
C'è un bel posto vicino al fiume.
There’s a nice spot near the river.
Hai trovato un posto a sedere?
Did you find a seat?
Non c'è più posto in macchina.
There’s no more room in the car.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| posto | masculine · singular |
| posti | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'posto' for physical space (e.g., parking spot) vs. 'luogo' for general locations (e.g., a city).
- In job contexts, 'posto' implies stability; 'lavoro' is more general (e.g., temporary work).
- Common in phrases like 'al posto di' (instead of), not to be confused with 'invece di'.