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giocata

move

noun joh-KAH-tah Rare
Arts & Culture Sports

Also means

bet

Usage Note

Giocata is the nominalisation of giocare (to play) and refers to a single move, play, or stroke in a game; also a bet placed (fare una giocata = 'to place a bet'). In sports commentary it often means a skillful piece of play (una bella giocata = 'a nice move'). Do not confuse with gioco (the game itself) or giocatore (player). Plural: le giocate.

Examples

"È stata una giocata brillante del centrocampista."

Natural Translation

It was a brilliant move by the midfielder.

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