rivolgere

address

verb ree-VOHL-jeh-reh Less Common

Origin: from Latin revolvere

Also means

turn

Usage Note

Rivolgere means to direct or address; the reflexive rivolgersi a means 'to turn to, consult someone', as in rivolgersi a un avvocato. It is irregular with past participle rivolto. Use it for directing words, questions, or attention toward someone.

Examples

"Mi rivolgo a te per aiuto."

Natural Translation

I turn to you for help.

Literal Translation

Myself I-turn to you for help.

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