Italian · Numbers & Time
dieci
ten
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number 10.
Example
Aspetta dieci secondi.
Wait ten seconds.
Etymology
From the Latin 'decem', 'dieci' reflects a straightforward evolution typical of numeral terms in Italian, maintaining its foundational meaning through the transition.
How & Where It’s Used
'Dieci' is utilized in both informal conversations and formal writing, consistently recognized throughout Italy with no significant regional differences.