Pallone

/pəˈloʊn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A type of inflatable ball, often used in games or sports.

The children played with a colorful pallone in the park.

A large balloon, especially one used in festivities or celebrations.

The parade was filled with giant palloni floating above the crowds.

In Italian, it can refer to a ball used in sports like tennis or volleyball.

He trained hard to improve his skills in pallone, aiming to win the championship.

Italian, from 'palla' meaning ball

pallone gonfiabile

inflatable ball

lanciare il pallone

to throw the ball

palla

ball

pelota

ball in Spanish, often used in sports context

A term used among children or in informal settings to refer to a fun game.

Let's go out and play pallone, it's such a nice day!

Refers to a carefree or lighthearted activity.

We spent the afternoon just having some pallone with friends.