Rialto

Pronunciation: /riˈɑːlto/

Definitions of rialto

noun a theater district in Venice, Italy

Example Sentences

A1 The rialto in Venice is a famous bridge.

A2 Tourists often visit the Rialto Market in Italy.

B1 The Rialto district in London is known for its theaters and nightlife.

B2 The Rialto Towers in Melbourne are a prominent landmark in the city.

C1 The Rialto Bridge in Venice is one of the oldest bridges in the city.

C2 The Rialto Center in Atlanta is a popular venue for concerts and events.

Examples of rialto in a Sentence

formal The Rialto Bridge in Venice is a famous landmark that attracts many tourists.

informal Let's meet at the Rialto market for some shopping and lunch.

slang I heard the Rialto area is lit with cool bars and restaurants.

figurative The bustling streets of New York City's financial district can be described as a modern-day Rialto.

Grammatical Forms of rialto

• plural: rialtoes
• comparative: more rialto
• superlative: most rialto
• present tense: rialto
• future tense: will rialto
• perfect tense: has rialtoed
• continuous tense: is rialtoing
• singular: rialto
• positive degree: rialto
• infinitive: to rialto
• gerund: rialtoing
• participle: rialted

Origin and Evolution of rialto

First Known Use: 1550 year

Language of Origin: Italian

Story behind the word: The word 'rialto' originated from the Italian language.

Evolution of the word: Originally referred to a marketplace in Venice, the word 'rialto' later came to be associated with a bridge in Venice that crossed the Grand Canal. Over time, it has also been used to refer to any busy commercial center or marketplace.