come per esempio
Lemma: come per esempio
Translation: such as; for example; like for instance; as for example (phrase)
Etymology: This Italian phrase combines 'come' (meaning 'as' or 'like', from Latin 'quōmodo') with 'per esempio' (meaning 'for example', where 'per' comes from Latin 'per' meaning 'through' or 'by means of', and 'esempio' derives from Latin 'exemplum' meaning 'sample' or 'model'). The English cognate of 'esempio' is 'example', both sharing the Latin root.
Example Usage
Ci sono molti frutti tropicali, come per esempio manghi, ananas e papaya.
There are many tropical fruits, such as mangoes, pineapples, and papayas.
Alcuni paesi europei, come per esempio l'Italia e la Francia, sono famosi per il loro cibo.
Some European countries, such as Italy and France, are famous for their food.
Puoi scegliere un colore vivace, come per esempio il rosso o l'arancione.
You can choose a bright color, such as red or orange.
Mnemonics
- Think of 'come' as 'how' or 'like' and 'per esempio' as 'for example' - together they emphasize the example being given.
- Remember that 'come per esempio' is like saying 'as, for example' in English.
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Cultural Context
This phrase is commonly used in both written and spoken Italian when providing examples or illustrations. It's slightly more formal than just saying 'per esempio' alone, but still appropriate in most contexts.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: 'Come per esempio' is a slightly more emphatic version of 'per esempio'. While 'per esempio' simply means 'for example', 'come per esempio' adds the 'come' (as, like) for additional emphasis or clarity.
Confused word:
Mi piacciono i dolci, per esempio la torta al cioccolato.
I like desserts, for example chocolate cake.
Notes: Both phrases are interchangeable in many contexts, but 'come per esempio' can sometimes sound more formal or precise.
Mnemonic: 'Come per esempio' has the extra word 'come' (like/as) which makes it slightly more specific when introducing examples.
Explanation: 'Come per esempio' and 'ad esempio' both introduce examples, but 'ad esempio' is slightly more concise and often used in written contexts.
Confused word:
Puoi visitare molte città storiche, ad esempio Roma e Firenze.
You can visit many historic cities, for example Rome and Florence.
Notes: Both phrases are common in Italian and can often be used interchangeably.
Mnemonic: Think of 'ad esempio' as the shorter, more direct way to say 'for example', while 'come per esempio' is the more descriptive, elaborate way.