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constatare

to note

verb kon-stah-TAH-reh Less Common
Communication Speech

Also means

to verify

Usage Note

Constatare carries a formal, factual register — it means to observe or establish a fact firsthand, often in official or journalistic contexts. It is stronger than simply notare (to notice), implying verification. Takes avere as auxiliary.

Examples

"Ho constatato che la porta era aperta."

Natural Translation

I noted that the door was open.

Literal Translation

I-have noted that the door was open.

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