A1 — Beginnerverb
sentire
to hear, to feel, to smell
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
udirepercepireavvertireprovare
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
ignorarenon sentireessere sordo a
Usage note
'Sentire' covers hearing, feeling emotions, and smelling. Context determines meaning. 'Sentirsi' = to feel (a condition): 'Mi sento male' = I feel sick.
Example
"Sento un rumore strano in cucina."
"I hear a strange noise in the kitchen."
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