scomodo
/ˈskɔ.mo.do/
The Italian word for inconvenient is scomodo.
scomodo is an adjective meaning not convenient. In English, "inconvenient" is often used for situations or timing, but in Italian, scomodo can also be used to describe something that is physically uncomfortable, such as an uncomfortable chair.
Meaning: not convenient (adj)
Which one should you use?
While English uses 'inconvenient' primarily for situations or timing, the Italian scomodo can also mean physically uncomfortable, such as an uncomfortable chair.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. Use scomoda for feminine singular nouns, scomodi for masculine plural nouns and scomode for feminine plural nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 3 syllables, and the stress is on the 1st syllable: /ˈskɔ.mo.do/.
Did you know?
- In Italian, if a person is described as una persona scomoda, it often implies they are a 'troublesome' or 'difficult' person who challenges the status quo, rather than just being physically uncomfortable.
- The opposite of scomodo is comodo, which is a cognate of the English word 'commodity', reflecting a shared root meaning 'fitness' or 'convenience'.
- Italian uses the word scomodo to describe 'uncomfortable' truths or secrets, such as una verità scomoda, which is a direct equivalent to the English 'inconvenient truth'.
Examples in context
- Sono spiacente, ma mi è impossibile rispettare la tua richiesta in quanto mi sarebbe molto scomodo. Posso però proporre un'alternativa?I am sorry, but it is impossible for me to fulfill your request as it would be very inconvenient for me. However, can I suggest an alternative?
- È un orario molto scomodo.It is a very inconvenient time.
- Trovare un parcheggio qui è scomodo.Finding parking here is inconvenient.
- Questo posto è un po' scomodo per pranzare.This place is a bit inconvenient for lunch.
Example conversation
Francesco and Chiara are discussing their meeting time.
- FrancescoCi vediamo alle sei?Shall we meet at six?
- ChiaraNo, per me è scomodo.No, that is inconvenient for me.
- FrancescoVa bene, cambiamo orario.Okay, let's change the time.
- ChiaraGrazie, Francesco.Thank you, Francesco.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry scomodo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
