iperattivo
The English phrase hyperactive is translated into Italian as iperattivo.
The word is an adjective used to describe someone having an increased state of activity.
Meaning: having an increased state of activity (adj)
What does it mean word for word?
The term is formed using the prefix iper-, which is equivalent to the English prefix hyper- or over-.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form of the adjective changes based on the gender and number of the person you are describing: use iperattivo for the masculine singular, iperattiva for the feminine singular, iperattivi for the masculine plural and iperattive for the feminine plural.
Did you know?
- The Italian word attivo is used in banking to describe the 'assets' side of a balance sheet, opposite of passivo or 'liabilities'.
- In Italian, the prefix iper- is also used in the word ipermercato, which refers specifically to a very large supermarket, rather than just any store.
- In colloquial Italian, calling someone iperattivo can be a playful way to describe a 'fireball' of energy, whereas in English, 'hyperactive' is more frequently associated with a clinical diagnosis.
Examples in context
- Tom è iperattivo.Tom is hyperactive.This sentence is useful for seeing the use of iperattivo.Tatoeba #1728955 by Guybrush88, translation #1482743 by Spamster
- Il cane è molto iperattivo oggi.The dog is very hyperactive today.
- Il bambino iperattivo non dorme mai.The hyperactive child never sleeps.
Example conversation
A couple is observing their young son playing in the park.
- MatteoMio figlio è davvero iperattivo.My son is really hyperactive.
- ChiaraSì, è molto pieno di energia.Yes, he is full of energy.
- MatteoHai ragione, non si ferma un attimo.You're right, he doesn't stop for a second.
- ChiaraÈ la sua natura, Matteo.It's just his nature, Matteo.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
