Forma quadrata
Square shape
Language note: The word 'quadrata' is derived from 'quattro', meaning 'four' - reflecting the four sides of a square.
Culture note: Piazza squares are central in Italian towns as social meeting places and are often square-shaped.
Context: Anna moves to a sculpture section and observes a sculpture with a distinct square base.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Forma
[FOHR-mah]
Shape
The external form or appearance characteristic of someone or something.
La scatola di cioccolatini ha una forma quadrata.
The chocolate box has a square shape.
quadrata
[kwah-DRAH-tah]
Square
Having four equal sides and four right angles.
Il tavolo ha una superficie di forma quadrata.
The table has a square-shaped surface.
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