Also means
faithful
Usage Note
Leale describes personal loyalty and honest dealing — a persona leale is someone who plays fair and keeps their word. It differs from fedele (faithful, devoted) in that leale stresses fair conduct while fedele stresses constancy. The noun is lealtà (f).
Examples
"È un amico leale e onesto."
Natural Translation
He is a loyal and honest friend.

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