Also means
fool
Usage Note
Asino is standard Italian for a donkey, but calling someone un asino is a common insult meaning they are stupid or ignorant. The feminine form is asina. In school contexts, fare l'asino means to play the dunce or act foolishly.
Examples
"L'asino trasportava i sacchi pesanti."
Natural Translation
The donkey was carrying the heavy sacks.
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