durabile

Durabile is an adjective used in Italian and other Romance languages to describe something that lasts a long time or resists wear. In Italian, it refers to objects, materials, or processes that are long-lasting. The singular form durabile is used for both masculine and feminine nouns; the plural form is durabili. The related noun meaning durability is durabilità.

Etymology: The word comes from Latin durabilis, from durus meaning hard or lasting, and entered Italian through medieval Latin and Old French influences.

Usage: Durabile is common in technical writing, product descriptions, and everyday speech to emphasize longevity and reliability. Examples: "Questo materiale è molto durabile" and "Una costruzione durabile resiste alle intemperie." The synonym durevole is also used, with nuances in register and regional preference.

Cross-linguistic note: Cognates appear in other Romance languages, for example Romanian durabil/durabilă/durabile, with similar meanings related to lasting quality.

See also: durability, resistance, longevity, robustness. This term is often discussed in contexts such as materials science, product design, and sustainability, where durability is a key performance metric.