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B1 — Intermediatesostantivo (f.)

postura

posture, bearing

Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)

portamentoatteggiamentoposizioneincedere

Usage note

'Postura' is the medical/physical term for posture. 'Portamento' (carriage/bearing) focuses on how one carries oneself while moving. Common: postura eretta (upright), postura curva (slouched), postura corretta (correct posture).

Example

"Ha una postura eretta e un portamento sicuro che trasmette fiducia."

"She has an upright posture and a confident bearing that conveys trust."

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