atmosfera
/at.mosˈfɛ.ra/
The Italian word atmosfera means atmosphere.
Like in English, atmosfera can refer to both the gaseous envelope of the earth and the general mood or feeling of a place or situation.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of atmosfera is atmosfere.
How do you pronounce it?
The word consists of 4 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable. The IPA pronunciation is /at.mosˈfɛ.ra/.
Did you know?
- While atmosfera describes a mood, Italians use the word clima to describe the 'atmosphere' of a tense political or social situation, such as 'un clima di tensione'.
- The word atmosfera comes from the Ancient Greek words atmós meaning 'vapour' and sphaîra meaning 'sphere'.
- In Italian, atmosfera is often used in the phrase creare atmosfera to describe the act of setting a romantic mood, typically involving dim lights and music.
Examples in context
- L'ambiente in questa sala è molto elegante e raffinato.The atmosphere in this room is very elegant and refined.
- Il clima qui è super rilassato, ci sentiamo come a casa.The atmosphere here is super relaxed, we feel at home.
- L'atmosfera in questo ristorante è molto rilassante.The atmosphere in this restaurant is very relaxing.
- C'era un'atmosfera magica durante il concerto.There was a magical atmosphere during the concert.
- Non mi piace l'atmosfera pesante di questo ufficio.I don't like the heavy atmosphere in this office.
Example conversation
Martina and Matteo are at a cozy cafe.
- MartinaMi piace molto l'atmosfera di questo locale.I really like the atmosphere of this place.
- MatteoSì, la musica crea un'atmosfera perfetta.Yes, the music creates a perfect atmosphere.
- MartinaVeramente, ci si sente subito a casa.Truly, one feels at home immediately.
- MatteoÈ il posto ideale per rilassarsi.It is the ideal place to relax.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry atmosfera, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries atmosfera, CC BY-SA 4.0.
