addio

[ ahd-dee-aw ]

/ ɑdˈdi ɔ /

QUIZZES

Let the aeolian gusts transport you back to these popular Words of the Day from the month of May. How many do you remember?

Question 1 of 10

Which of the following words means “to travel or journey, especially to walk on foot”?

Addio, non scordarvi di me, io sono sempre il vostro fidele fratello.
The Letters of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Vol. 1|Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
And singing the words to the tune of "Addio, mia bella Napoli," she flitted out of the room and down the stairs.
A Spirit in Prison|Robert Hichens
Papa has a splendid voice, almost like Tamagno's in the gramophone, when he sings the 'Addio' from 'Otello.'
A Spirit in Prison|Robert Hichens
From time to time Benedetto said a word of dismissal, in a tired voice: "Addio."
The Saint|Antonio Fogazzaro

I took my leave, and on going away said to her addio, and not a rivederla.
Thoughts on Art and Autobiographical Memoirs of Giovanni Dupr|Giovanni Dupr