pajarita
The English phrase "bow tie" is translated into Italian as pajarita.
The term refers to a ribbon of fabric tied around a collar in a symmetrical bow.
Which one should you use?
The formal way to say bow tie in Italian is cravatta a farfalla.
Did you know?
- Although cravatta means 'tie', it comes from the word croata, meaning 'Croatian'. This refers to the Croatian mercenaries who introduced the necktie to France and Italy in the 17th century.
- The word farfalla is used for both the insect and the shape of the tie, but it also describes a popular type of pasta, farfalle, because they are shaped like bow ties.
- In Italian culture, wearing a cravatta a farfalla is often associated with il Maestro, the title given to conductors of orchestras and opera singers.
Examples in context
- Ho indossato una cravatta a farfalla per l'occasione formale.I wore a bow tie for the formal occasion.
- Lui si è presentato all'evento con un look trendy, indossando un elegante papillon.He showed up at the event with a trendy look, wearing a stylish bow tie.
- Con la sua camicia bianca e le farfalle colorate, ha dato un tocco di originalità al suo outfit.With his white shirt and colorful bow ties, he added a touch of originality to his outfit.
Example conversation
Alessandro is getting ready for a formal event.
- AlessandroSofia, dove hai messo la mia pajarita?Sofia, where did you put my bow tie?
- SofiaÈ sopra il tavolo in camera.It is on the table in the bedroom.
- AlessandroGrazie, non riesco mai a trovarla.Thanks, I can never find it.
- SofiaStai benissimo con quella pajarita!You look great with that bow tie!
