sega

saw (tool)

noun SEH-gah Rare

Origin: From Latin seca, from secare (to cut).

Usage Note

Sega refers to any type of saw: sega a mano (handsaw), sega circolare (circular saw), sega a nastro (bandsaw). The verb segare (to saw) shares the same root. Be aware that sega also has a vulgar slang meaning in Italian; in ambiguous contexts, specifying the type of saw (sega elettrica, etc.) avoids misunderstanding.

Examples

"Usa la sega per tagliare il legno."

Natural Translation

Use the saw to cut the wood.

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