Italian · Adjectives
stanco
tired
Beginneradjective
Definition
In need of sleep or rest; feeling fatigue.
Example
Sono molto stanco dopo una lunga giornata di lavoro.
I am very tired after a long day of work.
Etymology
'Stanco' originates from the Latin 'stancus,' which means 'weary' or 'fatigued.' Its meaning has remained consistent throughout the Italian language's evolution.
How & Where It’s Used
'Stanco' is predominantly used in spoken, informal contexts but can appear in literature as well. It is understood universally in Italy.