Meaning
episode, bet
- episode, installment
- bet, stake
- quick trip, brief visit
In a sentence
Hai visto l'ultima puntata della serie ieri sera?
Did you watch the latest episode of the series last night?
Non fare una puntata troppo alta al tavolo.
Don't make too high a bet at the table.
Ieri ho fatto una puntata veloce da mia sorella.
Yesterday I made a quick visit to my sister's place.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| puntata | feminine · singular |
| puntate | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- For TV, radio, or podcast episodes, puntata is the usual word; episodio is broader and often sounds more narrative or plot-focused.
- For gambling, use fare una puntata or piazzare una puntata. Don’t confuse it with scommessa, which is the bet itself more generally.
- For a short stop somewhere, una puntata a/in... is idiomatic and informal; visita is more neutral and often longer or more planned.