Campanili

/ˌkæmpəˈniːli/ noun

Definition

Italian plural of campanile; multiple bell towers, preserving the original Italian plural form in English contexts.

Etymology

The traditional Italian plural of campanile, sometimes used in English when referring to Italian architecture or maintaining Italian linguistic forms.

Kelly Says

Language lovers debate whether to use campanili or campaniles in English—it's a fun case of how foreign words adapt, and some English speakers keep the Italian form to honor architectural tradition!

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