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distaccato (adjective)

Cool and aloof; not emotionally involved

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Think of a 'distaccato' person as someone who has 'distanced' themselves from the 'tact' (contact) of others. They are '...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'staccato' to mean 'aloof'. → È una persona distaccata.

Saying 'distaccato di' for physical distance. → La casa è lontana dal centro.

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