riassumere

Riassumere is an Italian verb that means to present the essential points of a text, speech, or event in a concise form. It focuses on identifying and communicating the main ideas while leaving out minor details. The term is commonly used in academic writing, journalism, and everyday communication when a brief version of information is needed. It is transitive and typically requires a direct object, as in riassumere un testo o riassumere i punti chiave di una riunione.

Etymology and related forms: The verb derives from the prefix ri- attached to assumere, with the sense of taking up again or presenting in a condensed form. The corresponding noun is riassunto, meaning a summary or recap. Related verbs include sintetizzare and condensare, which convey related ideas of reducing content, though with subtle nuances in emphasis and style.

Conjugation and usage notes: Riassumere is a regular -ere verb. Present tense forms include io riassumo, tu riassumi, lui/lei riassume, noi riassumiamo, voi riassumete, loro riassumono. The participle is riassunto (e.g., ho riassunto); the gerund is riassumendo (e.g., riassumendo i punti principali). In Italian, it is common to say “riassumere in poche righe” or “riassumere i contenuti principali” to indicate brevity.

Example: Lo studente ha riassunto il capitolo in poche righe, evidenziando i concetti chiave e le conclusioni dell’autore. See also: riassunto, sintetizzare, condensare.