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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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