Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

compito

noun
kɒmˈpiːtoʊ
Definition
A task or assignment given to someone.
Examples
  • Il mio compito per domani è leggere un capitolo del libro.
  • Our teacher assigned a compito on environmental issues.
Meaning
In the context of education, ‘compito’ refers to homework or an assigned task that students are expected to complete outside of class.
Synonyms
  • task
  • assignment
  • homework