rifinire

to finish off

verb ree-fee-NEE-reh Rare

Also means

to refine

Usage Note

Rifinire means to put the finishing touches on something — to refine, polish, or complete a workpiece to a high standard. It is used in crafts, construction, fashion, and cooking. Like finire, it belongs to the -isc- subtype: rifinisco, rifinisci, etc. The related noun is la rifinitura (a finishing detail or trim). Auxiliary is avere.

Examples

"Il falegname rifinisce il mobile con cura."

Natural Translation

The carpenter finishes the furniture with care.

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