pennarello
The English word 'marker' is translated into Italian as pennarello.
pennarello is an object used to mark location.
Meaning: object used to mark location (noun)
What mistakes should you avoid?
The phrase penna colorata, meaning colored pen, is occasionally used to indicate a marker, especially among children.
Did you know?
- The word pennarello is a diminutive of penna, which originally meant 'feather' because the first writing tools were quill pens.
- When talking about highlighters, Italians often use the term evidenziatore rather than a type of pennarello.
- In an art context, a pennarello is often distinguished from a pennello, which is a paintbrush. The two words look and sound similar but refer to very different tools.
Examples in context
- Hai un pennarello?Do you have a marker?
- Mi presti un feltro?Can you lend me a marker?
- Ho bisogno di un pennarello nero.I need a black marker.
- Il pennarello è sul tavolo.The marker is on the table.
- Puoi passarmi quel pennarello, per favore?Can you pass me that marker, please?
Example conversation
Giulia and Alessandro are studying together at a desk.
- GiuliaAlessandro, hai un pennarello rosso?Alessandro, do you have a red marker?
- AlessandroSì, eccolo qui.Yes, here it is.
- GiuliaGrazie, mi serve per sottolineare.Thanks, I need it to underline.
- AlessandroPrego, usalo pure.You're welcome, go ahead and use it.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries pennarello, CC BY-SA 4.0.
