No. 890 in Italian
piemonte
"Piemonte" means "foot of the mountain" and refers to a region in northwest Italy.
In a sentence
Il Piemonte è una regione situata nel nord-ovest dell'Italia.
Piedmont is a region located in northwestern Italy.
Here, 'Piemonte' serves as a proper noun referring to the regional geographical name of an area in Italy.
In inverno, mi piace andare a sciare sulle Alpi del Piemonte.
In winter, I enjoy skiing in the Alps of Piedmont.
In this instance, 'Piemonte' describes the geographical location where the Alps are situated, demonstrating its use in a context related to the region's natural features.
I vini del Piemonte sono rinomati per la loro qualità.
The wines of Piedmont are renowned for their quality.
Here, 'Piemonte' is used in a genitive construction to indicate origin, showcasing a cultural association of the region with its notable wine production.
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