iposolfito
The English word 'hypo' can be translated into Italian as iposolfito.
iposolfito is a noun used to refer to a hypodermic syringe.
Meaning: a hypodermic syringe (noun)
Did you know?
- The word iposolfito is a relic of early photographic chemistry, specifically describing the sodium thiosulfate used to make images permanent.
- In an old Italian photography studio, the term iposolfito would be found in a tray of liquid rather than a medical kit.
- In traditional darkrooms, Italian photographers would refer to the fixing bath as il fissaggio, though the chemical inside was the iposolfito.
Examples in context
- La mia amica soffre di ipotiroidismo.My friend suffers from hypothyroidism.
Example conversation
A nurse and a doctor are preparing equipment in a clinic.
- MartinaFrancesco, hai preso l'iposolfito?Francesco, did you get the hypo?
- FrancescoSì, Martina, è qui sul tavolo.Yes, Martina, it is here on the table.
- MartinaGrazie, ora posso procedere.Thanks, now I can proceed.
- FrancescoPerfetto, fammi sapere quando finisci.Perfect, let me know when you finish.
