Meaning
slash scar, affront
- a permanent scar or wound left by a blade on the face
- a deliberate offense, insult, or act of vandalism meant to humiliate
In a sentence
Il pirata aveva un profondo sfregio sulla guancia sinistra.
The pirate had a deep slash mark on his left cheek.
Danneggiare quel monumento antico è stato un vero sfregio alla città.
Damaging that ancient monument was a true affront to the city.
Non consideri questo gesto come uno sfregio alla tua autorità?
Don't you consider this gesture an insult to your authority?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| sfregio | masculine · singular |
| sfregi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Forms the plural as 'sfregi' with a single 'i'.