delegato
delegate
adjective noun deh-leh-GAH-toh Less Common
Origin: from Latin 'delegatus', assigned
Also means
delegated
Usage Note
Delegato works as both an adjective ('delegated', potere delegato) and a noun for a delegate or representative. The feminine delegata and plural delegati shift with the person, common in unions and conferences.
Examples
"Il delegato ha parlato all'assemblea."
Natural Translation
The delegate spoke at the assembly.
Literal Translation
The delegate has spoken at-the assembly.

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