Italian Word of the Day: Navigare

Meaning: To navigate, to sail

Part of Speech: Verb

Translation: I like to sail along the Italian coast in spring.

Context: Mi piace navigare lungo la costa italiana in primavera.

Cultural nugget: The verb "navigare" connects to Italy's rich maritime history. In late May, many coastal towns hold blessing ceremonies for boats and ships before the summer season, continuing traditions that date back centuries.