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scritta

/ˈskrit.ta/noun · feminineB1
Extended vocabulary · Vocabulary rank 5,256

Meaning

writing, inscription

  • visible written words, inscription, lettering on a sign or wall

In a sentence

C'è una scritta sul cartello stradale.

There is writing on the street sign.

Non riesco a leggere la scritta sulla maglietta.

I can't read the lettering on the T-shirt.

Hanno cancellato le scritte dal muro del palazzo.

They erased the writing from the building's wall.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
scrittafeminine · singular
scrittefeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Distinct from 'scrittura' (the act/style of handwriting). 'Scritta' is the actual text displayed.

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