L'ora
Example: L'ora di pranzo inizia alle dodici.
Definition
"L'ora" refers to a specific hour or time of day, often used to indicate a particular moment or period, such as mealtime or an appointment. For example, "L'ora di pranzo" means the lunch hour starting at noon.
Etymology
The word "l'ora" comes from the Latin word "hora," which means hour or time. It entered Italian directly from Latin, retaining its meaning related to measuring time. Did you know? The concept of dividing the day into hours dates back to ancient civilizations like the Egyptians and Romans.
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