distorsione
/dis.torˈsjo.ne/
The English word 'distortion' can be translated into Italian as distorsione.
distorsione refers to a misrepresentation of the truth.
Meaning: misrepresentation of the truth (noun)
Which one should you use?
While distorsione is used for a misrepresentation of truth, it is also the standard term for a physical sprain or twist of a joint. Additionally, the word deformazione refers to the deformity or deformation caused by distortion.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 4 syllables and the stress is on the 3rd syllable: /dis.torˈsjo.ne/.
Did you know?
- Musicians in Italy use distorsione to describe the gritty sound of an overdriven electric guitar, just as English speakers use 'distortion'.
- While distorsione is used for a sprained ankle, Italian doctors distinguish it from a lussazione, which is a full dislocation.
- Using distorsione to describe a lie is more common in written journalism and formal speeches than in casual daily chatter.
Examples in context
- È una distorsione grossolana della verità.It's a gross distortion of the truth.This sentence is useful for seeing how to describe a gross distortion of the truth using distorsione.Tatoeba #2944014 by Guybrush88, translation #1479144 by Spamster
- La distorsione della realtà in questo film è sorprendente.The distortion of reality in this movie is astonishing.
- La chitarra elettrica produce una distorsione del suono molto interessante.The electric guitar produces a very interesting sound distortion.
- L'alterazione della voce rendeva difficile capire il messaggio.The distortion of the voice made it difficult to understand the message.
- L'uso dell'alcool può causare alterazioni della percezione.The use of alcohol can cause perceptual distortions.
- La deformazione delle immagini nella fotografia è un elemento artistico importante.The distortion of images in photography is an important artistic element.
- La deformazione delle lamiere è stata causata da una forza esterna.The deformation of the sheets was caused by an external force.
- Ci sono state delle distorsioni nella trasmissione del segnale televisivo.There were some distortions in the transmission of the television signal.
- Questo filtro fotografico provoca una distorsione artistica bellissima.This photographic filter creates a beautiful artistic distortion.
- C'è stata una distorsione dei fatti nel rapporto.There was a distortion of the facts in the report.
- La sua versione è una distorsione della realtà.His version is a distortion of reality.
Example conversation
Martina and Matteo are discussing a news article.
- MartinaHai letto l'articolo su di noi?Did you read the article about us?
- MatteoSì, ma è una totale distorsione.Yes, but it is a total distortion.
- MartinaHai ragione, non è affatto vero.You are right, it is not true at all.
- MatteoDobbiamo chiedere una rettifica subito.We must ask for a correction immediately.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry distorsione, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
