berretta

[bəˈrɛtə]

berretta Definition

a small cap, typically black, worn by soldiers and police officers.

Using berretta: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "berretta" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The police officer wore a berretta on his head.

  • Example

    The soldier's uniform included a berretta.

  • Example

    The berretta is a common headgear for the Carabinieri in Italy.

berretta Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for berretta

Phrases with berretta

  • a type of berretta worn by the United States Army Special Forces

    Example

    He was proud to wear the green berretta as a member of the Special Forces.

  • a type of berretta worn by the Swiss Guard, the Pope's personal bodyguards

    Example

    The Swiss Guard are easily recognizable by their colorful uniforms and red berrettas.

  • a type of berretta worn by the Carabinieri, the national military police of Italy

    Example

    The Carabinieri are known for their distinctive black berrettas and uniforms.

Origins of berretta

from Italian 'berretto', meaning 'cap'

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Summary: berretta in Brief

A 'berretta' [bəˈrɛtə] is a small black cap worn by soldiers and police officers. It is a common headgear for law enforcement personnel and military units, such as the Carabinieri in Italy and the United States Army Special Forces. The berretta is also used in ceremonial contexts, such as the Swiss Guard's red berretta.