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trovata

clever idea, find

noun troh-VAH-tah Rare
Mind & Emotions Mental States

Also means

trick, ruse

Usage Note

Trovata comes from trovare ('to find') and describes a sudden clever idea or a witty device. In everyday speech it often carries a slightly theatrical tone: una bella trovata means 'a stroke of genius.' It can also mean a contrived trick, so context determines whether it is praise or mild irony.

Examples

"Che bella trovata organizzare la festa a sorpresa!"

Natural Translation

What a clever idea to organize the surprise party!

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