Meaning
talisman, lucky charm
- an object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune
In a sentence
Porta sempre con sé una pietra antica come talismano.
She always carries an ancient stone with her as a talisman.
Quel vecchio orologio funziona per lui da vero talismano.
That old watch acts as a real lucky charm for him.
Non credo che questo ciondolo abbia il potere di un talismano.
I don't think this pendant has the power of a talisman.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| talismano | masculine · singular |
| talismani | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Similar to 'portafortuna' or 'amuleto', but often carries more esoteric or magical connotations.