puntali

Puntali is an Italian term that most commonly appears as the plural of puntale. The word puntale denotes a pointed end or tip of an object. In everyday language, puntali is used to describe the toe cap of a shoe or boot, particularly in safety footwear where a reinforced puntale protects the toes. Toe caps can be made of steel, aluminum, or composite materials, and puntali serves as the generic plural for such protective elements when discussing footwear inventory or safety standards. Beyond footwear, puntale can refer to the pointed end of other tools, weapons, or implements, depending on context. The term derives from puntare, to point, with the suffix -ale used to form a noun indicating a part or end. In industrial and manufacturing contexts, references to puntali may appear in product specifications or safety manuals. The singular form is puntale, while puntali is used for multiple items.