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rassicurazione

/ras.si.ku.raˈtsjo.ne/noun · feminineC1
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Meaning

reassurance

  • a statement or act that removes someone's doubts or fears
  • a guarantee or comforting confirmation

In a sentence

Il medico mi ha dato piena rassicurazione sull'esito degli esami.

The doctor gave me full reassurance regarding the test results.

Le sue rassicurazioni non sono bastate a calmare la folla.

His reassurances were not enough to calm the crowd.

Hai bisogno di qualche rassicurazione prima di prendere una decisione?

Do you need any reassurance before making a decision?

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
rassicurazionefeminine · singular
rassicurazionifeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Typically takes 'su' or 'circa' to indicate what the reassurance is about.
  • Countable in Italian, often used in the plural 'rassicurazioni'.

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