Italian Word · Beginner
spendere
to spend (money, time)
Pronunciation: SPÈN-de-re
Meaning
To pay out money in buying or hiring goods or services, or to pass time in a specified way.
Example
Ho speso troppo per questo vestito. / Spenderò il fine settimana a leggere.
I spent too much on this dress. / I will spend the weekend reading.
Practice tips
- Practice spendere 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 beginner-level learners.