sacchetto di carta
/sakˈket.to di ˈkar.ta/word by word
The English phrase "paper bag" is sacchetto di carta in Italian.
sacchetto di carta is used to describe a type of packaging, specifically a small or lightweight paper bag used for items like bread or small goods.
Meaning: type of packaging (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of sacchetto (small bag), di (of) and carta (paper).
Which one should you use?
sacchetto di carta refers to small, lightweight paper bags. In contrast, if you are referring to a larger, sturdier paper bag, such as those used by boutiques or for heavier groceries, you should use borsa di carta.
How does it change in a sentence?
To form the plural "paper bags", change the noun sacchetto to its plural form sacchetti while keeping the rest of the phrase the same: sacchetti di carta.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /sakˈket.to di ˈkar.ta/. It has 5 syllables, and the stress is on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- In many Italian shops, you might be asked to pay for a sacchetto di carta as a small environmental fee, whereas in some English contexts, it is assumed to be free.
- While carta means 'paper', it is the root for the English word 'chart'. Both words derive from the Ancient Greek χάρτης, referring to papyrus.
- In Italy, the choice between sacchetto and borsa is not just about size but also about prestige. A borsa is often associated with luxury shopping, whereas a sacchetto is for everyday utility.
Examples in context
- Posso avere un sacchetto di carta?Can I have a paper bag?This sentence is useful for asking if you can have a sacchetto di carta.Tatoeba #884238 by riccioberto, translation #263358 by CK
- Ha bisogno del sacchetto di carta, signore?Are you going to need the paper bag, sir?This sentence is useful for asking if someone needs the sacchetto di carta.Tatoeba #11537304 by carlosalberto, translation #11537280 by carlosalberto
- Mi può dare una borsa di carta, per favore?Can you give me a paper bag, please?
- Potrebbe mettere il mio acquisto nel sacchetto di carta?Could you put my purchase in the paper bag?
- Mi serve una busta di carta per portare queste cose.I need a paper bag to carry these things.
- Prendo un sacchetto di carta per le mele.I'll take a paper bag for the apples.
Example conversation
Martina and Francesco are at a bakery.
- MartinaVorrei due cornetti, per favore.I would like two croissants, please.
- FrancescoCerto, li metto in un sacchetto di carta?Sure, shall I put them in a paper bag?
- MartinaSì, grazie, Francesco.Yes, thank you, Francesco.
- FrancescoEcco a te, Martina.Here you go, Martina.
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (sacchetto, di, carta) and can differ in connected speech.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries carta, di, sacchetto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
