quotidiano
/kwo.tiˈdja.no/
The Italian word for everyday is quotidiano. If unsure, use quotidiano. Wiktionary also lists giornaliero.
Meaning: appropriate for ordinary use, rather than for special occasions (adj)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA |
|---|---|
| quotidiano | /kwo.tiˈdja.no/ |
| giornaliero | /d͡ʒor.naˈljɛ.ro/ |
This adjective describes things that are appropriate for ordinary use, rather than for special occasions.
Which one should you use?
While quotidiano is the standard adjective for everyday, giornaliero is also used to mean the same thing. Additionally, if you want to say 'on a daily basis' or 'daily' as an adverb, you should use quotidianamente.
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adjective, quotidiano must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. The masculine singular is quotidiano, the masculine plural is quotidiani, the feminine singular is quotidiana and the feminine plural is quotidiane.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has four syllables, with the stress on the third syllable: /kwo.tiˈdja.no/.
Did you know?
- In Italian, il quotidiano is not just an adjective but also a common noun meaning 'the daily newspaper'.
- The word quotidiano shares a common ancestor with the English word 'quotidian', which often carries a slightly more formal or even weary connotation in literary English.
- The word giornaliero shares the same root as giornale, which means 'newspaper' or 'journal'.
Examples in context
- È un errore quotidiano.It's an everyday mistake.Tatoeba #13140886 by Guybrush88, translation #9675472 by Nylez
- Nonostante le nuove leggi, i femminicidi rimangono un evento quotidiano in molte regioni.Despite the new laws, femicides remain an everyday occurrance in many regions.Tatoeba #13892478 by Nuel, translation #13892477 by Nuel
- Studiare ogni giorno è fondamentaleStudying everyday is essential
- Prendere una pausa pranzo tutti i giorniTaking a lunch break everyday
- Mia madre mi chiede ogni santo giorno se ho fatto i compitiMy mother asks me if I've done my homework every single day
Example conversation
Matteo and Martina are discussing their routines at home.
- MatteoQual è il tuo rituale quotidiano?What is your everyday ritual?
- MartinaLeggo un libro prima di dormire.I read a book before sleeping.
- MatteoÈ un'abitudine molto rilassante.It is a very relaxing habit.
- MartinaSì, mi aiuta a staccare.Yes, it helps me unwind.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “everyday” translations and entries quotidiano, giornaliero, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries giornaliero, quotidiano, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
