Prezioso
Example: Questo anello è molto prezioso per la mia famiglia.
Definition
"Prezioso" is an adjective used to describe something of great value, importance, or worth, often because it is rare or cherished. For example, in the phrase 'Questo anello è molto prezioso per la mia famiglia,' it highlights the ring's significant emotional or material value.
Etymology
The word "prezioso" comes from the Latin 'pretiosus,' meaning valuable or costly. Over time, it developed into the Italian 'prezioso,' retaining the sense of something precious or highly prized. Did you know that "prezioso" shares roots with the English word 'precious'?
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