Sto studiando
The English phrase "I am studying" is translated into Italian as Sto studiando.
Sto studiando is used to express that you are currently in the process of studying.
Which one should you use?
While Sto studiando emphasizes that the action is happening right at this moment, the simple present Studio can also be used to mean "I am studying" or to refer to a general habit of studying.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase uses the present continuous construction formed by the verb stare (to stay/be) plus the gerund of studiare.
Did you know?
- The word studiare shares a root with the English word 'study', both deriving from the Latin studere, which originally meant 'to be eager' or 'to be zealous'.
- In many English-speaking countries, 'studying' implies academic work, but in Italy, a person might say Studio la musica to mean they are practicing an instrument. It covers both the intellectual and the technical mastery of a craft.
- The Italian word studio can also be a noun meaning a private office or a professional workspace, such as a lawyer's office.
Examples in context
- Io sto studiando ora.I am studying now.Tatoeba #4965757 by Guybrush88, translation #257625 by CK
- Sto studiando di nuovo.I am studying again.Tatoeba #7918254 by Guybrush88, translation #7770479 by sharris123
- Sto studiando per un test.I am studying for a test.Tatoeba #8977774 by Guybrush88, translation #8977738 by mccarras
- Sono impegnata nello studio della storia italiana.I am engaged in studying Italian history.
- Oggi sono alle prese con lo studio di matematica.Today, I am dealing with studying mathematics.
- Mi sto spaccando la testa sui libri per preparare l'esame.I am studying intensively to prepare for the exam.
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Example conversation
Sofia is in her room when Matteo knocks on the door.
- MatteoCiao Sofia, vuoi uscire a fare una passeggiata?Hi Sofia, do you want to go for a walk?
- SofiaNon posso, sto studiando per l'esame di domani.I can't, I am studying for tomorrow's exam.
- MatteoVa bene, non ti disturbo più allora.All right, I won't disturb you anymore then.
- SofiaGrazie, ci vediamo più tardi!Thanks, I'll see you later!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
