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sei

six

numeral SEH-ee Less Common
Numbers & Measures Cardinal Numbers

Origin: from Latin 'sex'

Also means

you are

Usage Note

Sei the number is invariable, but it is a homonym of the verb form sei ('you are', from essere), so context decides which is meant. In school grades a sei is the minimum passing mark.

Examples

"Ho sei anni di esperienza."

Natural Translation

I have six years of experience.

Literal Translation

I-have six years of experience.

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