Italian Word of the Day: Campanile
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Campanile
Meaning: Bell tower
Part of Speech: noun
Translation: The church's bell tower dominates the village landscape.
Context: Il campanile della chiesa domina il paesaggio del villaggio.
Cultural nugget: The most famous campanile in Italy is the Leaning Tower of Pisa, which began tilting during construction in the 12th century due to soft ground. Despite its lean, it has become an iconic symbol of Italy.
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