Meaning
witty, funny
- Humorous, clever, or amusing in a quick-witted way.
- (often ironic) Sarcastic or trying to be funny when it is unwelcome.
In a sentence
Mio zio racconta sempre battute molto spiritose alle cene di famiglia.
My uncle always tells very witty jokes at family dinners.
Non fare lo spiritoso con me in questo momento serio!
Don't get smart with me at this serious moment!
È una ragazza brillante e spiritosa che fa ridere tutti.
She is a bright and witty girl who makes everyone laugh.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| spiritoso | masculine · singular |
| spiritosa | feminine · singular |
| spiritosi | masculine · plural |
| spiritose | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- 'Fare lo spiritoso' means to act smart or try to be funny (often sarcastically).
- Often synonymous with 'divertente', but emphasizes clever wit.