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    Italiano (en. Italian)

    [itaˈljano]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person originating from Italy.
    The Italian I met on the trip showed me his hometown.
    El italiano que conocí en el viaje me mostró su ciudad natal.
    The language spoken in Italy.
    He studies Italian because he likes Italian culture.
    Estudia italiano porque le gusta la cultura italiana.
    Thing or person associated with Italy.
    I love Italian food, especially pasta.
    Me encanta la comida italiana, especialmente la pasta.

    Etymology

    From the Italian 'italiano', which comes from 'Italia'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    speak Italian
    To use the Italian language.
    hablar italiano
    Italian culture
    Set of traditions, arts, and customs of Italy.
    cultura italiana
    Italian food
    Typical cuisine of Italy.
    comida italiana

    Related Words

    italianismo
    Element of the Italian language or culture.
    italianismo
    italianidad
    Quality of being Italian.
    italianidad

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term to refer to a lover of Italian culture.
    That guy is an Italian at heart; he loves pizza.
    Ese chico es un italiano de corazón, le encanta la pizza.
    Irreverent or humorous use of the term to refer to exaggerated customs.
    When he dances, he looks like a real Italian with all that enthusiasm.
    Cuando baila, parece un verdadero italiano con todo ese entusiasmo.