How to Say “Lineup” in Italian

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formazione
/for.matˈt͡sjo.ne/feminine
The English phrase 'lineup' is translated into Italian as formazione.
In a sports context, la formazione is used to refer to the specific starting lineup of a team.
Meaning: sports: collectively, the members of a team (noun)

What does it mean word for word?

The word formazione literally means 'formation'.

How does it change in a sentence?

The plural form of formazione is formazioni.

How do you pronounce it?

formazione is pronounced /for.matˈtsjo.ne/. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable.

Did you know?

  • Beyond sports, formazione is the standard Italian word for 'education' or 'training'. A person's academic background is described as their formazione scolastica.
  • The noun formazione can also refer to a geological structure, such as a specific layer of rock or earth.
  • In military contexts, formazione refers to the specific physical arrangement of troops during a march or battle.

Examples in context

  • Il generale ha ordinato lo schieramento dei soldati
    The general ordered the lineup of the soldiers
  • L'architetto sta pianificando l'allineamento delle colonne
    The architect is planning the lineup of the columns
  • C'è una lunga fila alla cassa del supermercato
    There is a long lineup at the supermarket checkout
  • Siamo in coda per l'autobus
    We are in line for the bus
  • Ho aspettato in coda per incontrare il cantante
    I waited in line to meet the singer
  • L'allineamento delle truppe ha impressionato il generale
    The lineup of the troops impressed the general
  • La formazione del Milan è stata annunciata.
    The Milan lineup was announced.
  • La formazione è stata annunciata poco fa.
    The lineup was announced a short while ago.
  • Non mi piace la formazione di oggi.
    I don't like today's lineup.
  • Devi scegliere la formazione per la partita.
    You have to choose the lineup for the match.

Example conversation

Alessandro and Sofia are watching a soccer match on TV.

  1. Alessandro

    Che formazione userà l'allenatore?
    What lineup will the coach use?
  2. Sofia

    Spero che la formazione sia offensiva.
    I hope the lineup is offensive.
  3. Alessandro

    Sì, la formazione di oggi è molto forte.
    Yes, today's lineup is very strong.
  4. Sofia

    Vediamo se funzionerà.
    Let's see if it works.

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