Dilettantes

/ˌdɪləˈtɑːntɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of dilettante; multiple people who pursue activities or interests as casual hobbies rather than serious practitioners.

Etymology

Standard English plural of dilettante, formed by adding -s. Although dilettante is Italian, English treats it as a regular noun in its plural formation rather than using the Italian plural 'dilettanti.'

Kelly Says

English speakers often choose 'dilettantes' over the proper Italian plural 'dilettanti,' showing how English tends to simplify foreign words even when they try to stay Italian!

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