luna
/ˈlu.na/
luna is the Italian word for moon.
luna refers to the natural satellite that orbits the Earth.
How does it change in a sentence?
luna is a feminine noun and is typically used with the definite article la (la luna).
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /ˈlu.na/. It has two syllables, and the stress is on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- An Italian speaker might use the word lunatico to describe someone who is moody or eccentric, rather than just someone obsessed with the moon.
- The word luna shares a common ancestor with the English word 'light', as both stem from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'bright'.
- In Italian, luna nuova refers to the new moon, but it is often associated with new beginnings and luck in traditional folklore.
Examples in context
- Andiamo tutti al Luna Park.Let's all go to Luna Park.This sentence shows the use of luna in the name of a specific place, Luna Park.Tatoeba #3558760 by Guybrush88, translation #2893620 by AlanF_US
- La luna brilla nel cielo.The moon shines in the sky.
- Stasera c'è una luna piena bellissima.Tonight there is a beautiful full moon.
Example conversation
A couple is standing on a balcony at night.
- LorenzoGuarda come è luminosa la luna.Look how bright the moon is.
- MartinaSì, Lorenzo, è davvero splendida.Yes, Lorenzo, it is truly splendid.
- LorenzoLa luna illumina tutto il giardino.The moon illuminates the whole garden.
- MartinaÈ una notte magica.It is a magical night.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry luna, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries luna, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
