fiocco per capelli
/ˈfjɔk.ko per kaˈpel.li/word by word
The English phrase hair bow is translated into Italian as fiocco per capelli.
The phrase refers to a ribbon tied into a bow used as a decorative accessory for the hair.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of fiocco (bow), per (for) and capelli (hair).
How does it change in a sentence?
To refer to multiple hair bows, use the plural form fiocchi per capelli.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈfjɔk.ko per kaˈpel.li/. The word has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 1st syllable.
Did you know?
- The word fiocco is also used in the expression un fiocco di neve, which means 'a snowflake', because a snowflake looks like a tiny tuft of white material.
- The term fiocco can also describe a type of traditional pasta shape that resembles a small bow or tuft.
- While fiocco means 'bow', it can also refer to a 'fluff' or a 'tuft' of wool, reflecting its ancient connection to the word 'floccus'.
Examples in context
- Ho comprato un bellissimo fiocco per capelli oggi.I bought a beautiful hair bow today.
- Vorrei un fermaglio a fiocco per raccogliere i capelli.I would like a hair bow clip to hold my hair up.
- Mi piace il tuo fiocco per capelli.I like your hair bow.
- Il fiocco per capelli è rosa.The hair bow is pink.
- Hai visto il mio fiocco per capelli?Have you seen my hair bow?
- Mi piace molto quel fiocco per capelli.I really like that hair bow.
Example conversation
Giulia is showing Alessandro a new accessory she bought.
- GiuliaGuarda questo fiocco per capelli che ho preso!Look at this hair bow I got!
- AlessandroÈ molto carino, Giulia.It is very cute, Giulia.
- GiuliaPensi che stia bene con questo vestito?Do you think it goes well with this dress?
- AlessandroSì, si abbina perfettamente.Yes, it matches perfectly.
