Meaning
esteem, respect, estimate
- respect
- estimate, valuation
- esteem
In a sentence
Ho molta stima per la mia insegnante.
I have a lot of respect for my teacher.
Hai una stima del costo totale?
Do you have an estimate of the total cost?
Non sento più la sua stima.
I no longer feel his respect.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| stima | feminine · singular |
| stime | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use stima for personal regard; rispetto is broader and can mean obedience or politeness, not necessarily admiration.
- For numbers or prices, stima is common in formal contexts; preventivo is a quote, and valutazione is a broader assessment.
- Common pattern: avere stima di qualcuno, not per qualcuno. Also perdere/acquistare stima for losing/gaining esteem.