A1 — Beginnerverb
perdere
to lose, to miss (a train/chance)
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
smarriresprecaremancarefallire
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
trovarevincereguadagnarerecuperare
Usage note
'Perdere' covers losing objects, losing a game, missing transport. 'Smarrire' = to lose an object (more formal). 'Sprecare' = to waste time/money. 'Perdere il treno' = to miss the train.
Example
"Ho perso il portafoglio in centro."
"I lost my wallet in the town centre."
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