Meaning
grudge, resentment
- A persistent feeling of ill will or bitterness towards someone
- Deep-seated resentment resulting from a past wrong
In a sentence
Non provo alcun rancore verso di te per quello sbaglio.
I don't hold any grudge against you for that mistake.
Perché conservi ancora tutto questo rancore?
Why do you still hold onto all this resentment?
Ci siamo chiariti e ci siamo salutati senza rancore.
We cleared things up and said goodbye with no hard feelings.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| rancore | masculine · singular |
| rancori | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often used with 'portare' or 'serbare' (to hold a grudge): 'portare rancore a qualcuno'.