club
/ˈklab/masculine
The English phrase "club" can be translated into Italian as club or circolo.
Meaning: association of members (noun)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| club | /ˈklab/ /ˈklɛb/ |
masculine |
| circolo | /ˈt͡ʃir.ko.lo/ | masculine |
Both terms refer to an association of members. club is typically used for modern or commercial associations, whereas circolo refers to a social club or a circle of people with shared interests.
Which one should you use?
club is the preferred term for modern or commercial associations. In contrast, circolo is the term used for a social club or a circle of people with shared interests.
How does it change in a sentence?
Because club is a foreign loanword, its plural is formed by adding a plural article but keeping the noun unchanged, such as i club.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈklab/
Did you know?
- Historically, the circolo was a center for political debate and intellectual exchange, often serving as the heart of a town's social and political life.
- In Italy, the word circolo is often associated with the circolo privato, where strict dress codes and membership rules are historically enforced to maintain social prestige.
- While circolo means 'club', it is also the word for a 'circle' in geometry. This reflects the idea of a closed group of people forming a protective or exclusive ring.
Examples in context
- Si unisca al club.Join the club!This sentence is useful for seeing how to use club when suggesting someone join.Tatoeba #12758498 by Guybrush88, translation #12717189 by sundown
- Mi piace questo club.I like this club.This sentence shows how to express a preference for a particular club.Tatoeba #9440654 by Guybrush88, translation #4500145 by CK
- Cos'è successo al club?What happened at the club?This sentence demonstrates how to ask about an event involving a club.Tatoeba #8304776 by Guybrush88, translation #6375385 by OsoHombre
- Vado al club per l'incontro di lavoro.I'm going to the club for the business meeting.
- Sono membro di un circolo culturale.I'm a member of a cultural club.
- Stasera andiamo in un locale al centro.Tonight we're going to a club in the city center.
- Mi piace ballare in discoteca.I like to dance in the club.
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Example conversation
Giulia and Matteo are discussing their hobbies in a cafe.
- GiuliaConosci un buon club di lettura?Do you know a good book club?
- MatteoSì, il mio club è molto interessante.Yes, my club is very interesting.
- GiuliaPosso unirmi al tuo club?Can I join your club?
- MatteoCertamente, Giulia, sarai la benvenuta.Certainly, Giulia, you will be welcome.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “club” translations and entries club, circolo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
