sogno d'oro
/ˈsoɲ.ɲo ˈdɔ.ro/word by word
The English phrase "golden dream" is translated into Italian as sogno d'oro.
sogno d'oro is a phrase used to express a wish for someone to have a peaceful and pleasant sleep.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is a literal combination of sogno, meaning dream and d'oro, meaning of gold.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /ˈsoɲ.ɲo ˈdɔ.ro/. It has 4 syllables, and the first syllable is stressed.
Did you know?
- In Italian, the opposite of a sogno d'oro is an incubo, a word that specifically describes a nightmare rather than just a 'bad dream'.
- While sogno d'oro is the literal translation, Italians more commonly use the phrase sogni d'oro in the plural to wish someone a night of many pleasant dreams.
- While 'sogno d'oro' is a sweet sentiment, if you actually describe a dream as being 'd'oro' in a serious conversation, an Italian might think you are talking about a dream involving physical gold or wealth.
Examples in context
- Ho avuto un meraviglioso sogno dorato ieri notte.I had a wonderful golden dream last night.
Example conversation
Martina and Francesco are saying goodnight in the living room.
- MartinaBuonanotte, Francesco.Goodnight, Francesco.
- FrancescoBuonanotte a te, Martina.Goodnight to you, Martina.
- MartinaSogno d'oro!Golden dreams!
- FrancescoGrazie, anche a te!Thanks, you too!
