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puntualizzare

to clarify

verb poon-twah-leed-DZAH-reh Rare
Communication Speech

Also means

to point out precisely

Usage Note

Puntualizzare is a formal verb used when a speaker wants to correct a misunderstanding or add precision to a statement. It often appears in debates and official contexts — a politician might puntualizzare a position before the press. Prefer chiarire for casual clarification.

Examples

"Voglio puntualizzare un aspetto importante."

Natural Translation

I want to clarify an important point.

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