mantello
/manˈtɛl.lo/
The Italian word for "cloak" is mantello.
mantello refers to a cape. This noun can also be used figuratively to describe a "cloak" or "cover" for something, such as a disguise or a pretext.
Meaning: cape (noun)
Which one should you use?
The diminutive form mantellina is used to refer specifically to a small cape or a short cloak.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
To form the plural of mantello, use mantelli.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 2nd syllable: /manˈtɛl.lo/.
Did you know?
- The word mantello is used in Italian to describe the anatomical structure of a mollusk, specifically the 'mantle' that secretes the shell.
- In Italian geology, the 'mantle' of the Earth is called mantello, treating the layer of the planet as a cloak covering the core.
- The word mantello is derived from the Latin mantēllum, which was a diminutive of mantum and likely originated from Gaulish.
Examples in context
- un lupo in mantello di pecoraA wolf in the cloak of a sheepThis sentence uses mantello to describe a wolf wearing a sheep's cloak.
- Mi passi il mantello, per favore?Could you pass me the cloak, please?
- Indossa un mantello rosso.He is wearing a red cloak.
- Il mantello è molto pesante.The cloak is very heavy.
Example conversation
Sofia and Matteo are looking at costumes for a party.
- SofiaMatteo, guarda questo mantello nero!Matteo, look at this black cloak!
- MatteoÈ bellissimo, Sofia. Dove l'hai trovato?It's beautiful, Sofia. Where did you find it?
- SofiaEra in vetrina in quel negozio.It was in the window of that shop.
- MatteoCompralo, sarà perfetto per la festa.Buy it, it will be perfect for the party.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry mantello, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries mantello, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Wiktionary CC BY-SA 4.0.
