maritino
The Italian word for hubby is maritino.
maritino is used to refer to one's husband, functioning as a diminutive or more affectionate way to say husband.
Meaning: husband (noun)
Did you know?
- The root word marito comes from the Latin maritare, which means 'to provide with a wife', rather than the English 'marriage' root.
- If you are joking with friends, you might hear the term maritonzolo, which is a much more playful, slightly old-fashioned way to say 'hubby'.
- If a woman refers to her husband as il mio maritino in a sarcastic tone, it can actually imply that he is acting weak or overly sensitive.
Examples in context
- Mi piace passeggiare mano nella mano col mio maritino.I love walking hand in hand with my hubby.
- Il mio maritino è molto dolce.My hubby is very sweet.
Example conversation
Giulia is talking to Matteo about her husband's cooking.
- MatteoChi ha preparato questa cena, Giulia?Who prepared this dinner, Giulia?
- GiuliaL'ha fatta il mio maritino!My hubby made it!
- MatteoÈ davvero molto buona.It is really very good.
- GiuliaLo so, lui è un bravo cuoco.I know, he is a good cook.
