Molto
Example: Ho molto lavoro da fare prima della scadenza.
Definition
"Molto" is an adverb in Italian meaning 'very' or 'a lot.' It is used to intensify the degree of an adjective, verb, or another adverb, indicating a large extent or quantity, as in the phrase 'Ho molto lavoro da fare,' meaning 'I have a lot of work to do.'
Etymology
The Italian word "molto" comes from the Latin word 'multum,' which means 'much' or 'many.' Over time, 'multum' evolved into 'molto' in Italian, retaining its meaning related to quantity or intensity. Did you know that 'molto' is closely related to the English word 'multi,' reflecting their common Latin root?
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