A1 — Beginneradjective
freddo
cold
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
gelidoghiacciatofrescorigidoinvernale
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
caldotiepidotorridobollentemite
Usage note
'Gelido' is more extreme than 'freddo' (icy cold). 'Fresco' is cool rather than cold. 'Rigido' often describes harsh winter weather.
Example
"In gennaio fa molto freddo in questa città di montagna."
"In January it is very cold in this mountain town."
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