incantato
/in.kanˈta.to/
The English word "charmed" is translated into Italian as incantato.
incantato is used to describe being impressed by the pleasantness of something. It carries a stronger connotation of being spellbound or enchanted than the English word "charmed".
Meaning: impressed by the pleasantness of something (adj)
What does it mean word for word?
The word incantato is derived from incantare, which means to cast a spell or enchant.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes. Use incantata for feminine nouns, incantati for masculine plural nouns and incantate for feminine plural nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /in.kanˈta.to/. It has 4 syllables, and the stress is on the 3rd syllable.
Did you know?
- Because incantato is so strong, Italians often use the word affascinato for a more standard 'charmed' or 'fascinated' feeling, as incantato implies a loss of willpower.
- If you want to say you are 'charmed' in the sense of being lucky, Italians do not use incantato but instead use the word fortunato, because incantato only refers to a psychological or magical state.
- The root of incantare is related to the word 'canto', meaning 'song', suggesting that to enchant someone is to capture them through song or rhythmic chanting.
Examples in context
- Incantato.Charmed.Tatoeba #13355269 by Guybrush88, translation #13158781 by rul
- Sono rimasto/a colpito/a dalla bellezza della tua città.I was charmed by the beauty of your city.
- Questo libro mi ha stregato fin dalle prime pagine.This book charmed me from the first few pages.
- Il bambino era incantato dal giardino.The child was charmed by the garden.
Example conversation
Giulia and Francesco are walking through a beautiful old village.
- GiuliaFrancesco, guarda che vista meravigliosa!Francesco, look at what a wonderful view!
- FrancescoSì, sono davvero incantato da questo posto.Yes, I am truly charmed by this place.
- GiuliaAnche io, sembra un sogno ad occhi aperti.Me too, it feels like a waking dream.
- FrancescoÈ un luogo davvero magico.It is a truly magical place.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry incantato, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
