Italian Word · Intermediate
risaltare
to stand out / to be prominent
Pronunciation: ri-sal-TA-re
Meaning
To be conspicuous or easily noticeable, often in a positive way.
Example
Il colore rosso del suo vestito faceva risaltare i suoi occhi.
The red color of her dress made her eyes stand out.
Practice tips
- Practice risaltare out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Italian word is for intermediate-level learners.