istruito

educated

adjective ee-stroo-EE-toh Rare

Also means

well-read

Usage Note

Istruito is the past participle of istruire (to educate, to instruct) used as an adjective. It implies formal schooling or broad learning: una persona istruita (an educated person). It is distinct from colto (cultured, cultivated) which carries a nuance of refinement beyond mere formal education.

Examples

"Era un uomo molto istruito e curioso."

Natural Translation

He was a very educated and curious man.

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