segni

Segni is the plural form of segno in the Italian language, where segno means a sign, mark, or symbol. The word is used in a wide range of contexts to denote visible indicators or representations, from simple marks on surfaces to more abstract symbols or signals.

In medical and clinical usage, segni refers to signs observed by a clinician, as opposed to symptoms which are reported by the patient. Examples include physical signs such as a rash, fever, or abnormal heart sounds. The term can also appear in phrases like segni vitali (vital signs) to describe objective measurements of a patient’s condition.

In linguistics and semiotics, segni are signs within a system of meaning. They function as units that convey information, standing in for concepts or objects in communication. The study of segni and their relations is a central concern of semiotics and related fields.

Toponymically, Segni is the name of a municipality in Italy, located in the Lazio region. As a place name, it may be encountered in local history, geography, and cultural references within central Italy.

Etymologically, segni derives from the Latin signum, meaning a mark, standard, icon, or signal. The term has cognates in several Romance languages and is used in modern Italian in both literal and figurative senses to indicate that something provides evidence or representation of another thing.