podologo
The English phrase chiropodist is translated into Italian as podologo.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun podologo changes its ending to podologa when referring to a female chiropodist.
Did you know?
- If you see a sign for a 'pedicure' in Italy, it usually refers to a cosmetic treatment, whereas for medical issues, you should specifically look for a podologo.
- While the English 'chiropodist' derives from the Greek words for 'hand' and 'foot', the Italian podologo focuses exclusively on the 'foot' element.
- While podologo refers to the specialist, Italians use the word pediluvio to describe the soothing foot bath often associated with these treatments.
Examples in context
- Ho un problema al piede. Sto cercando un podologo che possa aiutarmi.I have a foot problem. I'm looking for a chiropodist who can help me.
- Sai dove posso trovare una brava pedicure? Ho bisogno di un trattamento per i piedi.Do you know where I can find a good chiropodist? I need a foot treatment.
- Devo andare dal podologo.I need to go to the podiatrist.
- Il mio podologo è molto bravo.My podiatrist is very good.
Example conversation
Martina and Francesco are talking about foot care at home.
- MartinaFrancesco, hai un appuntamento con il podologo?Francesco, do you have an appointment with the podiatrist?
- FrancescoSì, vado dal podologo domani pomeriggio.Yes, I am going to the podiatrist tomorrow afternoon.
- MartinaIl tuo podologo è affidabile?Is your podiatrist reliable?
- FrancescoSì, è un professionista molto serio.Yes, he is a very serious professional.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry podologo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries podologo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
