A2NounFeminine
la laurea
university degree / graduation
/LAU-re-a/
Plural: lauree
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What does ‘laurea’ mean in English?
Examples in Context
Festeggiamo la laurea di mia sorella stasera!
Tonight we celebrate my sister's university graduation!
Congratulazioni per la tua laurea!
Congratulations on your degree!
About This Word
Italian university graduation (laurea) is a major family celebration. Graduates wear a laurel wreath ('corona d'alloro') — from the ancient Roman tradition of honoring achievement with laurel.
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