cartello

sign

noun kar-TEHL-loh Rare

Origin: From carta ('paper, card') + diminutive suffix -ello.

Also means

cartel

Usage Note

Cartello is masculine (i cartelli). Its primary everyday meaning is a sign or notice (un cartello stradale, a road sign). In an economic or political context it means a cartel (un cartello internazionale). Do not confuse with la cartella (briefcase, folder) or il cartone (cardboard, carton).

Examples

"Il cartello indica la direzione giusta."

Natural Translation

The sign indicates the right direction.

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