🇮🇹Italian Source WordCode: IT

Ingegneria

Pronunciation / Transliteration: in.dʒe.ɲeˈri.a

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Engineering/ˈɛn.dʒɪ.nɪr.ɪŋ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #800 frequency
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🇮🇹 Example Sentence in Italian:

"L'ingegneria è fondamentale per l'innovazione tecnologica."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The application of scientific and mathematical principles to design and build structures, machines, and systems.

    "The engineering team worked tirelessly to complete the bridge ahead of schedule."
  2. 2

    A field of study or profession that involves the design, construction, and use of machines and structures.

    "She decided to pursue a degree in engineering to fulfill her passion for technology."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'engineering' originates from the Latin word 'ingenium', meaning 'cleverness' or 'invention'. It evolved through Middle English, where it referred to the art of designing and building, particularly in relation to military engines and later to civil structures.

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