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dado

 

[ ˈdeɪdoʊ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

card game

A dado is a type of card used in various games, particularly to refer to a family of games that require a unique set of cards and rules. In some contexts, a dado may also refer to a piece of wood that is cut to create a notch for another piece to fit into, which is common in woodworking. It can also denote a certain type of graphical card often used in artistic representations. Dado is often used in discussions about gameplay strategy or design elements in card games.

Synonyms

card, deck, piece, tile

Examples of usage

  • He placed two dados to make his hand stronger.
  • The dado I drew depicted a beautiful landscape.
  • She learned the rules of the dado before playing.
  • The card game includes unique dados to challenge players.

Translations

Translations of the word "dado" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dado

🇮🇳 दिया

🇩🇪 Würfel

🇮🇩 dadu

🇺🇦 кубик

🇵🇱 kostka

🇯🇵 サイコロ

🇫🇷 dé

🇪🇸 dados

🇹🇷 zar

🇰🇷 주사위

🇸🇦 نرد

🇨🇿 kostka

🇸🇰 kocka

🇨🇳 骰子

🇸🇮 kocka

🇮🇸 teningur

🇰🇿 тас

🇬🇪 კუბიკი

🇦🇿 zar

🇲🇽 dado

Etymology

The term 'dado' originates from the Italian word 'dado', which means 'dice' or 'die'. Over time, the word has been adapted into various languages to refer to different types of gaming pieces used in card games or board games. The Italian origin reflects the cultural significance of gaming in Italy, particularly during the Renaissance when card games became popular across Europe. In woodworking, the term has evolved to describe a joint that allows two pieces of wood to fit together, showcasing the versatility of the word. Today, 'dado' is commonly used both in gaming and crafting, illustrating a rich history of play and creation.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,605 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.