deciso
/deˈt͡ʃi.zo/
The English phrase decided is translated into Italian as deciso.
The word deciso is the past participle of the infinitive verb decidere (to decide). It can be used to describe a decision that has been made, but it is also commonly used as an adjective to mean 'resolute' or 'determined' regarding a person's character.
Which one should you use?
While deciso can mean 'decided' (as in a decision made), it is also commonly used as an adjective to mean 'resolute' or 'determined' regarding a person's character.
How does it change in a sentence?
This results in the following forms: decisa for feminine singular, decisi for masculine plural and decise for feminine plural.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /deˈtʃi.zo/. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- The word deciso shares a root with the English word 'scissors', as both come from the Latin decidere, meaning 'to cut off'.
- In Italian culinary terms, deciso is used to describe flavors, particularly wine or coffee, that have a strong, bold or pungent taste.
- The word deciso can be used to describe a physical movement, such as a passo deciso, meaning a brisk or purposeful step.
Examples in context
- Io ho già deciso.I've already decided.Tatoeba #2381120 by Guybrush88, translation #2248332 by CK
- Chi ha deciso ciò?Who decided that?Tatoeba #3498514 by ema_rega, translation #3374123 by CK
- Tom ha già deciso.Tom has already decided.Tatoeba #7478656 by Guybrush88, translation #7466946 by CK
- Ho deciso di andare in vacanza quest'estate.I have decided to go on vacation this summer.
- Sono deciso(a) ad accettare l'offerta di lavoro.I am determined to accept the job offer.
- Ho preso la decisione di trasferirmi in un'altra città.I have made the decision to move to another city.
- Ho deciso di uscire stasera con i miei amici.I have decided to go out tonight with my friends.
- Mi sono deciso(a) a comprare un nuovo telefono.I have made up my mind to buy a new phone.
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Example conversation
Alessandro and Chiara are choosing a restaurant for dinner.
- AlessandroHai scelto dove andare a cena?Have you chosen where to go for dinner?
- ChiaraSì, ho deciso per la pizzeria.Yes, I've decided on the pizzeria.
- AlessandroOttimo, a me va bene.Great, that works for me.
- ChiaraAllora siamo d'accordo, è deciso!Then we agree, it's decided!
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry deciso, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
