atmosfera
/at.mosˈfɛ.ra/
The English word 'atmosphere' is translated into Italian as atmosfera.
atmosfera is a noun used to describe the environment, conditions or ambience.
Meaning: environment, conditions, ambience (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
atmosfera is a feminine noun. When used with the feminine indefinite article before a vowel, it becomes un'atmosfera. The plural form of the word is atmosfere.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /at.mosˈfɛ.ra/. It has four syllables, and the stress is on the third syllable.
Did you know?
- While atmosfera describes the mood of a place, Italians often use the word clima to describe a social atmosphere or a tense situation between people.
- The word atmosfera comes from the Ancient Greek words atmós meaning 'vapour' and sphaîra meaning 'sphere'.
- When describing a 'romantic atmosphere', Italians frequently use the adjective suggestiva, which translates more closely to 'evocative' or 'atmospheric'.
Examples in context
- È una terribile atmosfera.It is a terrible atmosphere.This sentence uses atmosfera to describe a negative feeling in an environment.Tatoeba #3972603 by PazEr, translation #3970843 by Dejo
- La Luna non ha un'atmosfera.The moon has no atmosphere.This sentence uses atmosfera to refer to the scientific concept of a planetary atmosphere.Tatoeba #5072149 by Guybrush88, translation #1537676 by Zaghawa
- Non c'è atmosfera sulla Luna.There is no atmosphere on the moon.This sentence uses atmosfera to state the absence of a planetary atmosphere.Tatoeba #11820892 by Guybrush88, translation #11753821 by CK
- L'ambiente di questo ristorante è eleganteThe atmosphere of this restaurant is elegant.
- L'aria di festa è palpabileThe festive atmosphere is palpable.
- Il clima in ufficio era tesoThe atmosphere in the office was tense.
- Il vibe di questo locale è fantasticoThe vibe of this place is fantastic.
- C'è un'atmosfera magica quiThere's a magical atmosphere here.
- un'atmosfera rilassataA relaxed atmosphere
- un'atmosfera vivaceA lively atmosphere
- un'atmosfera tesaA tense atmosphere
- Durante la festa c'era un'atmosfera gioiosa, piena di sorrisi e allegria.During the party, there was a joyful atmosphere, full of smiles and cheer.
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Example conversation
Alessandro and Chiara are eating at a new restaurant.
- AlessandroMi piace molto l'atmosfera di questo posto.I really like the atmosphere of this place.
- ChiaraSì, è molto accogliente e rilassante.Yes, it is very cozy and relaxing.
- AlessandroL'atmosfera rende la cena ancora più speciale.The atmosphere makes the dinner even more special.
- ChiaraHai ragione, Alessandro, è perfetta.You are right, Alessandro, it is perfect.
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.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
