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stefano

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈstɛfənoʊ// ste·fano

n. a common male name in Italian, which is the same as the English name Stephen. It is used for people from Italy or those with Italian family.

n. the Italian masculine given name corresponding to the English 'Stephen'. Derived from the Greek 'Stephanos', meaning 'crown' or 'wreath'.


SIMPLE

My friend Stefano is moving back to Rome next month.

CONTEXTUAL

The restaurant was named after the owner's grandfather, Stefano, who founded the business in 1954.

COMPLEX

While the name Stefano remains a classic choice in Italy, its popularity has seen a slight decline as modern parents increasingly opt for shorter or more international alternatives.

Usage

As a proper noun, it is always capitalised.

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