How to Say “Infinity” in Italian

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infinito
/in.fiˈni.to/
The Italian word for infinity is infinito.
The word infinito is the go-to expression for discussing mathematics or abstract concepts.
Meaning: endlessness, unlimitedness, absence of end or limit (noun)

Which one should you use?

While infinito is the standard noun for infinity, the word infinità is the abstract noun used to describe the quality of being infinite. Additionally, the phrase all'infinito is a common way to express the concept of 'to infinity' or 'forevermore'.

How does it change in a sentence?

The plural form of the masculine noun infinito is infiniti. When used as an adjective, the word must agree with the gender of the noun it modifies, such as una bellezza infinita (an infinite beauty).

How do you pronounce it?

The word has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable: /in.fiˈni.to/.

Did you know?

  • In Italian literature, the term l'infinito is famously associated with the poem by Giacomo Leopardi, which explores the feeling of looking into a vast, boundless space.
  • The word infinito shares a root with the English word 'finite' and the Italian word fine, which means 'end'.
  • The phrase all'infinito is often used in Italian law and contracts to describe obligations that have no set expiration date.

Examples in context

  • Tatoeba: esplorando l'infinito digitale.
    Tatoeba: exploring digital infinity.
    This sentence shows how to use infinito in a digital context.
    Tatoeba #13422659 by Guybrush88, translation #12249184 by Miktsoanit
  • Il concetto di infinito è affascinante.
    The concept of infinity is fascinating.
  • Mi piace pensare che l'amore sia un universo infinito.
    I like to think that love is an infinite universe.
  • L'infinito è un concetto difficile da spiegare.
    Infinity is a difficult concept to explain.
  • Il poeta parla spesso dell'infinito.
    The poet often speaks of infinity.

Example conversation

Two friends are looking at a clear night sky.

  1. Matteo

    Guarda quante stelle, sembra l'infinito.
    Look at how many stars, it looks like infinity.
  2. Giulia

    Sì, Matteo, è davvero uno spettacolo incredibile.
    Yes, Matteo, it is truly an incredible sight.
  3. Matteo

    Mi fa sentire così piccolo.
    It makes me feel so small.
  4. Giulia

    Ma è anche bellissimo, vero?
    But it is also beautiful, isn't it?

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