traspirante
The English word breathable translates to Italian as traspirante.
The term traspirante is most commonly used in the context of technical clothing, sportswear and textiles to describe fabrics that allow moisture and air to pass through.
Meaning: letting air seep (adj)
Did you know?
- The word traspirante shares a root with spirito, meaning 'spirit'. In ancient thought, the breath and the spirit were considered the same essence.
- If a fabric is not traspirante, Italians may describe it as suffocante, which literally means 'suffocating'.
- In Italian, traspirante is strictly for moisture and air. To describe air that is 'breathable' in the sense of being safe or fresh to breathe, Italians use respirabile.
Examples in context
- Questo tessuto è molto traspirante, ideale per le attività all'aperto.This fabric is very breathable, perfect for outdoor activities.
- L'architetto ha progettato un edificio completamente aerato.The architect designed a completely breathable building.
- Quei pantaloni sono molto traspirabili, sono perfetti per l'estate.Those pants are highly breathable, perfect for summer.
- Ho comprato un paio di scarpe sportive che lasciano respirare i piedi.I bought a pair of athletic shoes that let your feet breathe.
- Questo tessuto è molto traspirante.This fabric is very breathable.
- Cerco una scarpa traspirante per correre.I am looking for a breathable shoe for running.
- Il materiale traspirante aiuta a mantenere il corpo fresco.The breathable material helps to keep the body cool.
Example conversation
Giulia and Francesco are at a sports equipment store.
- GiuliaFrancesco, preferisci questo modello traspirante?Francesco, do you prefer this breathable model?
- FrancescoSì, è molto importante che sia traspirante.Yes, it is very important that it is breathable.
- GiuliaHai ragione, è fondamentale per l'allenamento.You are right, it is fundamental for training.
- FrancescoPrendiamo allora questo paio di scarpe.Let's take this pair of shoes then.
