Italian · Numbers & Time
minuto
minute
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A unit of time equal to 60 seconds.
Example
Aspetta cinque minuti.
Wait five minutes.
Etymology
The term 'minuto' comes from the Latin 'minutus', indicating smallness and is directly associated with the division of time into smaller units.
How & Where It’s Used
'Minuto' is utilized in both spoken and written discourse, suitable for formal and informal settings, widely recognized throughout Italy.