This is the 668th most frequent Italian word.
contratti
"Contratti" means "contracts" in English.
'Contratti' is used here as a noun referring to agreements or legal documents.
I contratti firmati oggi saranno validi per cinque anni.
The contracts signed today will be valid for five years.
'Contratti' is used here to describe muscles that have tightened or shortened, functioning as a past participle.
I muscoli delle spalle sono contratti a causa dello stress.
The shoulder muscles are contracted due to stress.
'Contratti' is the past participle of the verb 'contrarre', used in the sense of achieving or bringing about.