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due

two

numeral DOO-eh Common

Origin: from Latin duo

Usage Note

Due is the number 'two' and is invariable, unaffected by gender or number. The casual phrase due parole ('a couple of words') and fare due passi ('to take a short walk') use it for 'a few'. It needs no article when counting.

Examples

"Ho due fratelli."

Natural Translation

I have two brothers.

Literal Translation

I-have two brothers.

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