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Italian

turbolento

/tur.boˈlɛn.to/adjectiveC1
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Meaning

turbulent, rowdy

  • Characterized by unrest, agitation, or disorder; stormy
  • Raucous, restless, or difficult to control (of people or crowds)

In a sentence

Abbiamo avuto un volo turbolento a causa del forte vento.

We had a turbulent flight because of the strong wind.

Ha vissuto un'adolescenza turbolenta e piena di conflitti.

He had a turbulent adolescence full of conflicts.

La maestra riusciva a gestire anche la classe più turbolenta.

The teacher was able to manage even the rowdiest class.

Word forms (4)
WordWord forms
turbolentomasculine · singular
turbolentafeminine · singular
turbolentimasculine · plural
turbolentefeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Can describe physical states (a flight, waters), historical periods, or unruly people (like children).

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