Génova
/ˈxenoba/feminine
Genoa is Génova in Spanish.
Génova is the name of the Italian city of Genoa. If you need to specify that you are referring to the city within the country of Italy, you can say Génova, Italia.
Meaning: Italian city (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
Génova is a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈxenoba/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word genovesa does not just describe things from Génova, but is the common name for a popular sandwich made with tuna, mayonnaise and vegetables.
- The Spanish word genovesa is also used in the culinary world to describe a specific type of sponge cake, known in English as a Genoa cake.
- In Spanish maritime terminology, genovesa can refer to specific styles of sail or rigging, honoring the city's legacy in shipbuilding.
Examples in context
- Él viene de Génova.He comes from Genoa.This sentence is useful for stating someone's place of origin using Génova.Tatoeba #1490419 by marcelostockle, translation #904282 by U2FS
- Un puente se hundió en Génova, Italia.A bridge collapsed in Genoa, Italy.This sentence is useful for describing an event occurring in Génova.Tatoeba #10021532 by manufrutos, translation #7063116 by Hybrid
- La ciudad italiana de Génova es famosa por su puerto.The Italian city of Genoa is famous for its port.
- Mi amigo está visitando Génova, Italia este verano.My friend is visiting Genoa, Italy this summer.
- Me gustaría visitar Génova algún día.I would like to visit Genoa someday.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about their travel plans in a cafe.
- Sofía¿Has estado alguna vez en Génova?Have you ever been to Genoa?
- JavierNo, pero quiero ir este verano.No, but I want to go this summer.
- SofíaEs una ciudad muy bonita, Javier.It is a very beautiful city, Javier.
- JavierEntonces, iré a Génova pronto.Then, I will go to Genoa soon.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “genoa” translations and entries Génova, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
