Italian · Body & Health
dente
tooth
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
One of the hard white structures in the mouth used for biting and chewing.
Example
Ho un dente che fa molto male.
I have a tooth that hurts a lot.
Etymology
The word 'dente' is derived from the Latin 'dens', and it has retained its meaning related to the hard structures in the mouth used for biting and chewing.
How & Where It’s Used
'Dente' is utilized in both formal and informal contexts, primarily in health-related discussions, dental terminology, and everyday conversations.