incoronazione
/in.ko.ro.natˈt͡sjo.ne/feminine
The English word 'coronation' is translated into Italian as incoronazione. Wiktionary also lists coronazione.
Meaning: act or the ceremony of formally investing a sovereign or the sovereign’s consort with a crown and other insignia of royalty (noun)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| incoronazione | /in.ko.ro.natˈt͡sjo.ne/ | feminine |
| coronazione | /ko.ro.natˈt͡sjo.ne/ | feminine |
Both incoronazione and coronazione refer to the act or ceremony of formally investing a sovereign or the sovereign's consort with a crown and other insignia of royalty.
How does it change in a sentence?
Both incoronazione and coronazione are feminine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /in.ko.ro.natˈtsjo.ne/. It consists of 6 syllables, with the stress on the 5th syllable.
Did you know?
- The prefix in- in incoronazione does not mean 'not' as it does in many English words, but instead indicates the action of placing the crown upon the head.
- The term coronazione is derived from the Latin word coronō, which originally referred to the act of providing a wreath or garland rather than a metal crown.
- Because of Italy's history with the Papacy, the incoronazione of a Pope is conceptually different from a king's, as the Pope is traditionally crowned with a tiara rather than a royal crown.
Examples in context
- Il pezzo che, nell'eseguire la cattura di più pezzi, passa attraverso un quadretto d'incoronazione, senza fermarsi lì, non sarà promosso a dama.The checker that, when performing the capture of several pieces, passes through a coronation square, without stopping there, will not be promoted to a king.This sentence is useful for seeing how incoronazione is used in the context of a specific square in a game.Tatoeba #10341436 by carlosalberto, translation #10341419 by carlosalberto
- L'incoronazione del nuovo re è stata bellissima.The coronation of the new king was beautiful.
- Tutti aspettano l'incoronazione con grande emozione.Everyone is waiting for the coronation with great emotion.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a historical documentary.
- AlessandroHai visto il documentario sull'incoronazione?Did you see the documentary about the coronation?
- GiuliaSì, l'incoronazione era molto solenne.Yes, the coronation was very solemn.
- AlessandroGiulia, ti è piaciuta la cerimonia?Giulia, did you like the ceremony?
- GiuliaSì, Alessandro, è stata davvero impressionante.Yes, Alessandro, it was truly impressive.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “coronation” translations and entries incoronazione, coronazione, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries coronazione, incoronazione, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
