No. 547 in Italian
velocità
The Italian word "velocità" means "speed" or "velocity" in English.
In a sentence
La velocità dell'automobile era impressionante.
The speed of the car was impressive.
Here, 'velocità' refers to the speed at which an automobile was traveling, demonstrating its use to describe velocity.
Per migliorare le tue abilità, devi aumentare la velocità degli esercizi.
To improve your skills, you need to increase the speed of your exercises.
In this sentence, 'velocità' is used metaphorically to describe the pacing of activities in skill improvement.
L'aereo ha raggiunto la velocità di crociera dopo il decollo.
The airplane reached its cruising speed after takeoff.
Here, 'velocità' refers specifically to the established speed an airplane maintains for optimal travel.
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