Cerca
around
01
circa
used before a price, time, etc. to give an idea close to the exact number
Example
The party starts at around 7 PM, but feel free to come a bit earlier if you like.
The repair costs are estimated to be around $ 500, but it could vary depending on the extent of the damage.
She's been studying Spanish for around two years, so she's getting quite fluent.
Example
The garden was surrounded by a high fence, with flowers blooming all around.
The campsite was peaceful, with tall trees providing shade and birds chirping all around.
The crowd gathered around.
Example
Is there a pharmacy around here where I can pick up a prescription?
He was wandering around the park, enjoying the fresh air.
The museum is around the corner, just a few steps away.
Example
One of them was glancing nervously around.
The dog ran around happily in the backyard.
He looked around but could n't find his keys.
05
intorno
by a circular or circuitous route
Example
The wheel goes around smoothly as the bike moves forward.
The earth revolves around the sun in an elliptical orbit.
The children held hands and ran around in circles while playing.
07
intorno
in circumference
08
attorno, intorno
to a particular destination either specified or understood
Example
She turned around quickly when she heard her name called.
The car spun around to avoid the obstacle in the road.
When you reach the dead end, you ’ll need to turn around and go back.
10
in giro, d'intorno
from beginning to end; throughout
Example
The kids spent the afternoon lounging around, doing nothing in particular.
They sat around for hours, chatting without any real plan for the day.
We spent most of the weekend hanging around the park with no particular agenda.
around
Example
She wore a scarf around her neck because it was cold.
The children sat around the campfire telling stories.
There are beautiful flowers around the house.
02
intorno a, riguardo a
used to indicate a central point or reference that serves as a basis for activities or discussions
Example
The discussion revolved around finding a solution to the problem.
The project is organized around the concept of sustainability.
The event was planned around the theme of innovation.
03
intorno, attorno
used to indicate movement in a circular or surrounding path
Example
We walked around the park.
He drove around the city to explore different neighborhoods.
The airplane flew around the mountain.
Example
There are several cafes around the town square.
The park has benches scattered around the lake.
She noticed a few birds flying around the trees.
05
attorno a, intorno a
used to indicate nearness to a location
Example
They live somewhere around the outskirts of Chicago.
There are several parks around the city where you can relax.
He usually jogs around the neighborhood every morning.
Example
As soon as they arrived at the park, the kids ran around, exploring everything.
Look around you; the scenery here is breathtaking.
He glanced around the room, trying to find a familiar face.
around
01
attuali, presenti
being present, existing, or in circulation in the current time or situation
Example
Some of the most innovative tech companies around today are redefining the industry.
There ’s a lot of interesting talent around in the art scene right now.
The best coffee shop around today is just down the street.
Parole Vicine
