dualità
The English word 'duality' is translated into Italian as dualità.
The term refers to the classification of something into two subclasses or two opposed parts.
Meaning: classification into two subclasses or opposed parts (noun)
Which one should you use?
While dualità refers to the general state of being dual, dualismo is used to refer to duality in a more specific philosophical or metaphysical sense, often denoting the doctrine of dualism.
How does it change in a sentence?
dualità is a feminine noun. Consequently, any adjectives accompanying it must also be in the feminine form, such as una dualità intrinseca.
Did you know?
- In Italian, the concept of duality is often expressed through the word doppio, which can mean 'double' or 'twin'. This word creates a linguistic link between mathematical doubling and the biological concept of twins.
- While dualità is a formal noun, Italians often use the phrase due facce della stessa medaglia to describe a duality. This translates to 'two faces of the same coin' and is used to describe two contrasting aspects of one situation.
- The Italian language handles the idea of a dual nature through the word ambivalenza. While dualità is neutral, ambivalenza is used specifically when two opposing feelings or values exist simultaneously, often causing psychological tension.
Examples in context
- La dualità tra il bene e il male è un tema ricorrente nella letteratura.The duality between good and evil is a recurring theme in literature.
- Il dualismo tra mente e corpo è stato ampiamente dibattuto nella filosofia.The duality between mind and body has been widely debated in philosophy.
- Il film esplora il doppio aspetto della natura umana.The movie explores the dual aspect of human nature.
- Ho difficoltà a comprendere la mia dualità interna.I struggle to understand my internal duality.
- La dualità tra bene e male è un tema comune.The duality between good and evil is a common theme.
- Esplora la dualità della natura umana.It explores the duality of human nature.
- Questa teoria si basa sulla dualità degli opposti.This theory is based on the duality of opposites.
Example conversation
Sofia and Matteo are discussing a painting in a gallery.
- SofiaGuarda come l'artista rappresenta la dualità.Look at how the artist represents duality.
- MatteoSì, l'uso dei colori contrastanti è efficace.Yes, the use of contrasting colors is effective.
- SofiaCrea un contrasto molto forte, vero Matteo?It creates a very strong contrast, right Matteo?
- MatteoAssolutamente, rende l'opera molto intensa.Absolutely, it makes the work very intense.
