piega
/ˈpjɛ.ɡa/
The English word "kink" can be translated into Italian as piega.
piega is used to refer to a peculiarity in sexual behavior or taste.
Meaning: peculiarity in sexual behaviour or taste (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables, with the stress on the first syllable: /ˈpjɛ.ɡa/.
Did you know?
- In a beauty salon, a piega refers specifically to a professional blowout or the styling of hair using heat to create a 'bend' or wave.
- In a political context, a person who adheres strictly to a specific ideology is often described as being di una certa piega, meaning they follow a particular 'bent' or 'slant'.
- While piega translates the concept of a 'kink', Italians frequently use the English word 'kink' or the adjective 'kinky' in modern urban slang and online dating profiles.
Examples in context
- Mi piace esplorare deviazioni sessuali.I enjoy exploring sexual deviations.
- Hai qualche fantasia piccante?Do you have any spicy fantasies?
Example conversation
A couple discussing their preferences in private.
- AlessandroChiara, voglio provare una nuova piega.Chiara, I want to try a new kink.
- ChiaraDimmi pure, Alessandro. Cosa hai in mente?Go ahead, Alessandro. What do you have in mind?
- AlessandroMi piacerebbe usare le bende.I would like to use blindfolds.
- ChiaraMi sembra un'idea interessante!That seems like an interesting idea!
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry piega, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
