How to Say “Ape” in Italian

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scimmia antropomorfa
The English word 'ape' is translated into Italian as scimmia antropomorfa.
This term refers to any primate that is not a human.
Meaning: any such primate other than a human (noun)

Did you know?

  • In some Italian dialects and regional slang, scimmia can refer to a sudden, obsessive craving or urge to do something.
  • The phrase fare la scimmia means to act silly or play the fool, rather than literally imitating a primate.
  • The word scimmia shares an ancient ancestor with the Greek word sīmós, which actually describes a physical feature: being 'snub-nosed'.

Example conversation

Sofia and Alessandro are visiting a wildlife park.

  1. Sofia

    Guarda, Alessandro, che bella scimmia antropomorfa!
    Look, Alessandro, what a beautiful ape!
  2. Alessandro

    Sì, Sofia, sembra quasi umana.
    Yes, Sofia, it almost looks human.
  3. Sofia

    È incredibile come si muove.
    It's incredible how it moves.
  4. Alessandro

    Ogni scimmia antropomorfa ha i suoi modi.
    Every ape has its own ways.

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