diversi
/diˈvɛr.si/masculine, plural
The English phrase 'several' is translated into Italian as diversi.
The word is used to describe a quantity consisting of a number more than two, but not very many.
Meaning: consisting of a number more than two, but not very many (det)
Which one should you use?
In Italian, the same word used for 'several' is also used to mean 'different' (in the sense of various or diverse).
How does it change in a sentence?
The masculine plural form is diversi, while the feminine plural form is diverse.
How do you pronounce it?
/diˈvɛr.si/. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- While diversi expresses quantity, using the singular diverso in a sentence like è diverso can be a polite way to say someone is 'strange' or 'odd' without being overtly insulting.
- The word diversi shares a common root with the English word 'diverse'. Both derive from the Latin divertere, which literally means 'to turn away' or 'to turn aside'.
- Italian speakers often use diversi to imply a larger quantity than 'several' does in English. Depending on the context, it can lean closer to 'numerous' or 'many'.
Examples in context
- Tom ha diversi figli.Tom has several children.This sentence is useful for showing how to use diversi with people.Tatoeba #5160734 by Guybrush88, translation #5160692 by CK
- Mi diede diversi libri.She gave me several books.This sentence is useful for showing how to use diversi with objects.Tatoeba #3049170 by Guybrush88, translation #261026 by CK
- Sono passati diversi anni.Several years went by.This sentence is useful for showing how to use diversi with time periods.Tatoeba #1814957 by Guybrush88, translation #271062 by voxbubnya
- Vorrei qualche consiglio su cosa ordinare.I'd like some advice on what to order.
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Example conversation
Alessandro and Giulia are discussing their travel plans.
- AlessandroHo visitato diversi paesi in Europa.I have visited several countries in Europe.
- GiuliaDavvero? Quali sono i tuoi preferiti?Really? Which ones are your favorites?
- AlessandroMi piacciono diversi posti, specialmente l'Italia.I like several places, especially Italy.
- GiuliaAllora dobbiamo pianificare un nuovo viaggio!Then we have to plan a new trip!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “several” translations and entries diversi, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
