intercorrere

Intercorrere is an Italian verb that translates to "to occur between," "to run between," or "to lie between." It is often used to describe a period of time that passes between two events or a distance that separates two points. In a more abstract sense, it can also refer to the presence of something that exists or happens concurrently with something else.

The verb is frequently employed in temporal contexts. For instance, "intercorrere un anno tra la nascita e la morte" means "a year passed between the birth and death." It can also indicate a spatial relationship, such as "le due città sono separate da un fiume che intercorre tra di esse," meaning "the two cities are separated by a river that lies between them."

Beyond literal interpretations, intercorrere can also denote a shared characteristic or a commonality. For example, "non intercorre alcuna somiglianza tra i due fratelli" signifies "there is no resemblance between the two brothers." The usage highlights a lack of connection or shared quality. The verb is relatively common in both spoken and written Italian, appearing in various registers.