Italian - English (British) translations for "lento"
"lento" Italian translation
Translation
slow
Definition
Lento is an Italian adjective that means slow or sluggish.
Part of speech
adjective
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: slow
Il treno è lento.
The train is slow.
Meaning: gentle
La musica è lenta e dolce.
The music is slow and gentle.
Meaning: late
Siamo arrivati in ritardo perché il traffico era lento.
We arrived late because the traffic was slow.
Meaning: tedious
Questo lavoro è molto lento e noioso.
This job is very slow and tedious.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: Il treno è molto lento.
A1: The train is very slow.
A1: Ho una connessione internet lenta.
A1: I have a slow internet connection.
A1: La tartaruga cammina lentamente.
A1: The turtle walks slowly.
B1: Sono andato al supermercato, ma c'era una fila lunga e il servizio era molto lento.
B1: I went to the supermarket, but there was a long line and the service was very slow.
B1: Durante la gara di nuoto, ho iniziato ad affaticarmi e il mio ritmo è diventato sempre più lento.
B1: During the swimming race, I started to get tired and my pace became slower and slower.
B2: L'azienda sta attraversando un periodo difficile e le vendite stanno procedendo a passo lento.
B2: The company is going through a tough period and sales are progressing slowly.
C1: Dopo aver studiato per molti anni, finalmente ho raggiunto un livello di padronanza della lingua italiana che mi permette di leggere libri complessi senza dover procedere lentamente.
C1: After studying for many years, I have finally reached a level of proficiency in the Italian language that allows me to read complex books without having to proceed slowly.
C1: La squadra di calcio ha adottato una tattica di gioco lenta e paziente, cercando di mantenere il possesso del pallone per lunghi periodi di tempo.
C1: The football team has adopted a slow and patient playing tactic, trying to keep possession of the ball for long periods of time.
C2: Il processo di approvazione per la costruzione di un nuovo edificio è stato incredibilmente lento a causa della burocrazia e delle lunghe procedure amministrative.
C2: The approval process for the construction of a new building has been incredibly slow due to bureaucracy and lengthy administrative procedures.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.The word lento is commonly used in music to indicate a slow tempo. For example, a piece of music may be marked 'lento' to indicate that it should be played slowly and with a relaxed feel. In this context, lento can convey a sense of calmness and tranquility.
In everyday speech, lento can be used to describe anything that moves or operates at a slow pace. For instance, a person who walks slowly might be described as lento. Similarly, a computer program that runs slowly could also be referred to as lento.
It's worth noting that lento is not always used in a negative sense. In some cases, it can be seen as a positive attribute. For example, someone who takes their time to carefully consider all options before making a decision might be praised for their lento approach.