natiche
The English word buttocks is translated into Italian as natiche.
natiche refers to the pair of buttocks. Depending on the context, other terms may be more appropriate: glutei is the anatomically correct term, while Sedere is used in a general sense.
Meaning: pair of buttocks (noun)
Which one should you use?
glutei is used for anatomical precision, whereas Sedere is a general term. For a more informal or slightly vulgar tone, you might hear culo and for a playful or affectionate tone, use chiappette.
Did you know?
- The informal term culo is so common that it is frequently used in idiomatic expressions that have nothing to do with anatomy, such as saying someone has un gran culo to mean they are very lucky.
- The term sedere is actually a verb meaning 'to sit', but it is used as a noun to refer to one's buttocks.
- The word chiappette is a diminutive form that can be used affectionately for children, but using it on an adult might be seen as condescending or overly silly.
Examples in context
- Quando fai attività fisica, assicurati di allenare anche i glutei.When you exercise, make sure to train your buttocks too.
- Mi fa male il sedere dopo tanto tempo in sella alla bici.My buttocks hurt after a long time on the bike.
- Guarda che carino il culetto di quel bambino!Look how cute that child's little bum is!
- Sento dolore alle natiche dopo la corsa.I feel pain in my buttocks after the run.
- Il paziente ha un'irritazione sulle natiche.The patient has an irritation on the buttocks.
- Il medico ha controllato le natiche del bambino.The doctor checked the child's buttocks.
Example conversation
Chiara and Francesco are discussing an uncomfortable chair.
- ChiaraQuesta sedia preme troppo sulle natiche.This chair presses too much on the buttocks.
- FrancescoHai ragione, è davvero troppo dura.You're right, it is really too hard.
- ChiaraForse dovrei usare un cuscino.Maybe I should use a cushion.
- FrancescoSì, sarebbe molto più comodo.Yes, it would be much more comfortable.
