scomodamente
The English adverb "uncomfortably" is translated into Italian as scomodamente.
scomodamente is used to describe an action performed in an uncomfortable or inconvenient manner.
Meaning: in an uncomfortable manner (adv)
What does it mean word for word?
The adverb is formed by adding the suffix -mente to the adjective scomodo (meaning uncomfortable or inconvenient).
How does it change in a sentence?
The adverb is invariable, which means it does not change its form to agree with gender or number.
Did you know?
- The suffix -mente used in scomodamente is derived from the Latin word for 'mind', which is why it transforms adjectives into adverbs of manner.
- The adjective scomodo can literally mean 'in the way', describing someone who is physically blocking a path regardless of their own comfort.
- The root of the word, comodo, shares a history with the English word 'commodity', which originally referred to something useful or convenient.
Examples in context
- Mi trovo in un impaccioI find myself in an awkward situation.
- Non mi trovo beneI don't feel comfortable.
- Si è seduto scomodamente sulla sedia.He sat uncomfortably on the chair.
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Sofia are sitting in a small car.
- LorenzoSiamo seduti troppo scomodamente in questa macchina.We are sitting too uncomfortably in this car.
- SofiaHai ragione, Lorenzo, non c'è spazio.You are right, Lorenzo, there is no space.
- LorenzoPossiamo fare una pausa per sgranchire le gambe?Can we take a break to stretch our legs?
- SofiaSì, Sofia concorda, fermiamoci al prossimo autogrill.Yes, Sofia agrees, let's stop at the next service station.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries scomodamente, CC BY-SA 4.0.
