uomo sexy
The English phrase "hot man" is translated into Italian as uomo sexy.
uomo sexy is used to describe a man who is considered physically and sexually attractive.
Which one should you use?
While uomo sexy implies a more specific sexualized attractiveness, you might use other terms depending on the nuance you want to convey. The word bello is a more neutral and standard way to say a man is handsome. If you want to use a common colloquial way to describe a man who is physically handsome, you can use belloccio.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective sexy in Italian is an anglicism that remains invariable in gender and number when used in this context.
Did you know?
- While English uses 'hot' to describe attraction, calling an Italian man caldo would only suggest he has a high body temperature or is suffering from a fever.
- In modern Italian slang, the word figo can describe a 'hot man' but also refers to someone who is 'cool' in terms of their style, attitude or status.
- The term uomo is a direct descendant of the Latin homō, which referred to any human being regardless of gender.
Examples in context
- Guarda quel tipo affascinante che lavora al bar.Look at that captivating guy who works at the bar.
- Ho incontrato un bellissimo belloccio durante le vacanze in Puglia.I met a very handsome man during my vacation in Puglia.
- Quell'attore è un uomo sexy.That actor is a sexy man.
- Il nuovo collega è un uomo sexy.The new colleague is a hot man.
- Non è solo intelligente, è anche un uomo sexy.He is not just intelligent, he is also a hot man.
Example conversation
Two friends are gossiping about a celebrity while looking at a magazine.
- ChiaraGuarda quel modello, è un uomo sexy!Look at that model, he is a hot man!
- AlessandroSì, è davvero molto attraente.Yes, he is truly very attractive.
- ChiaraSei d'accordo con me, Alessandro?Do you agree with me, Alessandro?
- AlessandroSì, è innegabile.Yes, it is undeniable.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries sexy, uomo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
