taluno
some
determiner tah-LOO-noh Less Common
Origin: from 'tale' plus 'uno'
Also means
certain people
Usage Note
Taluno is a literary, somewhat dated word for 'some' or 'certain', mostly seen in the plural taluni meaning 'some people'. Everyday Italian prefers alcuni or certi instead. You will meet it chiefly in formal writing and legal prose.
Examples
"Taluni preferiscono restare a casa."
Natural Translation
Some prefer to stay at home.
Literal Translation
Some prefer to-stay at home.
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