B1 — Intermediateverb
spettare
to be someone's due, to be up to (someone)
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
toccare aessere di competenza diappartenere adovere
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
non spettarenon riguardare
Usage note
Regular -are verb, used mainly in 3rd person. 'Spettare a qualcuno' = to be someone's responsibility/right.
Example
"Spetta a te prendere questa decisione."
"It is up to you to make this decision."
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