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sparo

gunshot, shot

noun SPAH-roh Rare
People & Society Crime

Usage Note

Sparo is the noun from sparare ('to shoot'). Sentire uno sparo means to hear a gunshot. The plural spari is regular. Do not confuse sparare ('to shoot') with sparire ('to disappear') — a common mix-up for learners due to their similar spelling.

Examples

"Si è sentito uno sparo in lontananza."

Natural Translation

A gunshot was heard in the distance.

Literal Translation

One-has-heard a shot in the-distance.

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