presa

This is the 948th most frequent Italian word.


presa

The Italian word "presa" means "grip," "hold," "seizure," or "outlet," depending on the context.


Noun form denoting a hold or grip used in physical activities.

Questa è una buona presa per arrampicarsi.

This is a good hold for climbing.


Commercial term, refers to an electrical outlet.

La presa della corrente è difettosa.

The electrical outlet is defective.


Past participle form of verb 'prendere', used figuratively.

Mi hai preso alla sprovvista.

You caught me off guard.