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B1 — Intermediatenoun

gradino

step, stair

Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)

scalinoscaglionegradonepiololivello

Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)

discesapianopianura

Usage note

'Gradino' and 'scalino' are interchangeable for a step. 'Piolo' is a rung of a ladder. Figuratively, 'fare un gradino' = to move up a level.

Example

"Attento al gradino all'ingresso del negozio!"

"Watch out for the step at the entrance to the shop!"

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