Chiara
/ˈkja.ra/
Chiara is an Italian female given name.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables and the stress is on the first syllable. It is pronounced /ˈkja.ra/.
Did you know?
- While the name implies light, the word chiaro (the masculine form) is also used in Italian to describe a 'light' or pale color, such as 'azzurro chiaro' for light blue.
- The name is deeply associated with Saint Clare of Assisi, making it a classic and historically significant name throughout much of Italy.
- The name Chiara is the Italian equivalent of the English name 'Claire' or the French 'Claire', as both derive from the same root meaning 'bright' or 'clear'.
Examples in context
- Buongiorno, Chiara. Sarebbe possibile ricevere i documenti oggi pomeriggio?Good morning, Chiara. Would it be possible to receive the documents this afternoon?
- Ciao, Chiara! Come stai?Hi, Chiara! How are you?
- Chiara è una ragazza molto simpatica.Chiara is a very nice girl.
- Ho incontrato Chiara al supermercato.I met Chiara at the supermarket.
- Questa è la mia amica Chiara.This is my friend Chiara.
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Chiara are meeting at a café.
- ChiaraCiao Lorenzo, come stai?Hi Lorenzo, how are you?
- LorenzoBene, grazie! E tu, Chiara?Good, thanks! And you, Chiara?
- ChiaraTutto bene, grazie.Everything is fine, thanks.
- LorenzoChe bello vederti!It's so good to see you!
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Chiara, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Chiara, chiara, CC BY-SA 4.0.
