pristino

pristine

adjective PREES-tee-noh Rare

Origin: From Latin pristinus (former, original)

Also means

original

Usage Note

Pristino is a formal, literary adjective meaning 'in its original, unspoiled state.' It is often used in phrases like ripristinare il pristino stato (to restore to the original condition). In everyday speech Italians more commonly say originario or intatto; pristino carries a slightly elevated register.

Examples

"Il parco è stato restaurato al suo stato pristino."

Natural Translation

The park was restored to its pristine state.

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