mazzo di fiori
/ˈmat.t͡so di ˈfjo.ri/word by word
The English phrase bunch of flowers is said in Italian as mazzo di fiori.
mazzo di fiori is used to refer to a bunch of flowers.
What does it mean word for word?
The word mazzo literally means a bundle, bunch or bouquet.
How does it change in a sentence?
To say bunches of flowers, use the plural form mazzi di fiori.
Did you know?
- The word mazzo is also used to describe a 'deck of cards' in Italian, as in mazzo di carte.
- When giving a mazzo di fiori for a romantic occasion, Italians typically avoid yellow flowers because they can symbolize infidelity.
- The word mazzo shares its roots with the word mazza, which means a club or a heavy stick. This suggests the original concept of a mazzo was something heavy and tightly bound together.
Examples in context
- Maria ha ricevuto un bellissimo mazzo di fiori per il suo compleanno.Maria received a beautiful bunch of flowers for her birthday.
- Ho raccolto un mazzolino di fiori dal mio giardino per te!I picked a bunch of flowers from my garden for you!
- Ho comprato un mazzo di fiori per lei.I bought a bunch of flowers for her.
- Ho comprato un mazzo di fiori per te.I bought a bunch of flowers for you.
- Questo mazzo di fiori profuma moltissimo.This bunch of flowers smells very strong.
- Vuoi un mazzo di fiori per la tavola?Do you want a bunch of flowers for the table?
Example conversation
Matteo arrives at Martina's house with a gift.
- MartinaChe bella sorpresa, Matteo!What a lovely surprise, Matteo!
- MatteoHo portato un mazzo di fiori per te.I brought a bunch of flowers for you.
- MartinaGrazie, sono bellissimi.Thank you, they are beautiful.
- MatteoMi fa piacere che ti piacciano.I am glad you like them.
