ceramica
/t͡ʃeˈra.mi.ka/
The English phrase ceramic is translated into Italian as ceramica.
The word refers to the material or the art of ceramics.
Meaning: object (noun)
Which one should you use?
Use ceramica to refer to the material or the art of ceramics, whereas oggetto di ceramica would be used for a specific ceramic object.
How does it change in a sentence?
ceramica is a feminine singular noun. The plural form is ceramiche, which is used for ceramics or ceramic objects.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 4 syllables and the stress is on the 2nd syllable: /tʃeˈra.mi.ka/.
Did you know?
- The city of Faenza is so synonymous with ceramica that the English word 'faïence' is derived from the city's name.
- The tradition of ceramica in Italy is heavily influenced by the Arab world, which introduced the glazed techniques to Sicily and Southern Italy.
- Italy is home to 'Majolica' or maiolica, a specific type of tin-glazed ceramica that is culturally distinct from standard pottery.
Examples in context
- Questa ceramica è molto antica.This ceramic is very old.
Example conversation
Chiara and Matteo are looking at home decor in a shop.
- ChiaraGuarda questa bella ciotola di ceramica.Look at this beautiful ceramic bowl.
- MatteoSì, ma costa troppo, Chiara.Yes, but it costs too much, Chiara.
- ChiaraÈ fatta a mano, è vera ceramica.It is handmade, it is real ceramic.
- MatteoHai ragione, prendiamola per la cucina.You are right, let's get it for the kitchen.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry ceramica, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
