means

US /miːnz/
UK /miːnz/
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mezzo, modo

a method, course of action, or instrument by which something can be accomplished

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He achieved his goals by fair means.
Ha raggiunto i suoi obiettivi con mezzi onesti.
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The internet is a powerful means of communication.
Internet è un potente mezzo di comunicazione.
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methodwaymodeprocessinstrument
2.

mezzi, risorse

money or other resources that a person or group has

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They live within their means.
Vivono secondo le loro possibilità.
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He doesn't have the means to buy a new car.
Non ha i mezzi per comprare una nuova auto.
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resourcesfundsincomewealthcapital
1.

significare, intendere

to convey, show, or signify (something)

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What do you mean by that?
Cosa intendi con questo?
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The red light means stop.
La luce rossa significa stop.
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signifydenoteimplyindicateexpress
2.

intendere, avere intenzione di

to intend (something) to occur or be done

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I didn't mean to hurt your feelings.
Non volevo ferire i tuoi sentimenti.
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He means to finish the project by Friday.
Intende finire il progetto entro venerdì.
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intendplanaimproposedesign
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