animali
The English phrase 'animals' is translated into Italian as animali.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In southern Italy, particularly in Naples and its surrounding area, the informal term micia may be used instead of gatto for cats.
How does it change in a sentence?
animali is the masculine plural form of animale, which is the singular form for 'animal'.
Did you know?
- The word animale shares the same Latin root as the English 'animated', implying that an animal is a being possessing 'anima' or a soul.
- While animali refers to animals in general, the word bestia can be used for an animal but is more often a harsh insult for a person who is cruel or uncouth.
- The term bestiario refers to a medieval book of animals, often blending real creatures with mythical ones to provide moral lessons.
Examples in context
- Io amo gli animali.I love animals.This sentence is useful for expressing a personal love for animals.Tatoeba #4477263 by Guybrush88, translation #2960898 by Hybrid
- Lui ama gli animali.He loves animals.This sentence is useful for expressing someone else's love for animals.Tatoeba #3675478 by Guybrush88, translation #302036 by CK
- I cani sono animali.Dogs are animals.This sentence is useful for stating a fact about dogs.Tatoeba #12696291 by Guybrush88, translation #10693957 by AutoBot
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Example conversation
Sofia and Matteo are watching a nature documentary on TV.
- SofiaGuarda che bellissimi animali!Look at such beautiful animals!
- MatteoSì, la natura è incredibile.Yes, nature is incredible.
- SofiaPreferisci gli animali selvatici o quelli domestici?Do you prefer wild animals or domestic ones?
- MatteoPreferisco quelli domestici, come i gatti.I prefer domestic ones, like cats.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
