Meaning
sceptre, wand
- An ornamental staff carried by rulers as a symbol of sovereignty; sceptre.
- Sovereign authority or supreme power (figurative).
In a sentence
Il re teneva lo scettro d'oro nella mano destra durante l'incoronazione.
The king held the golden sceptre in his right hand during the coronation.
La campionessa non intende cedere lo scettro alla nuova rivale.
The champion does not intend to yield the crown to her new rival.
Chi conquisterà lo scettro del vincitore quest'anno?
Who will win the winner's sceptre this year?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| scettro | masculine · singular |
| scettri | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Note the spelling and pronunciation: 'sc' before 'e' is pronounced /ʃ/.
- Often used metaphorically in sports or competitions to mean the title or supremacy.