# Gratiano — The Merchant of Venice character guide

> Gratiano in The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Signior Gratiano

**First appearance:** 0002-act-i-scene-i

## Who they are

Bassanio's talkative friend who marries Nerissa; often mocks Shylock.

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