spray al peperoncino
The English phrase 'pepper spray' is translated into Italian as spray al peperoncino.
This term refers to a non-lethal riot-control agent. The word spray is a loanword from English used commonly in Italian.
Meaning: non-lethal riot-control agent (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase spray al peperoncino literally translates to 'spray with chili pepper'.
Which one should you use?
While spray al peperoncino is the standard term, you may also encounter Aerosol al pepe as another way to say pepper spray.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun spray is masculine and remains unchanged in its form regardless of the context.
Did you know?
- Italian law requires that spray al peperoncino be sold in containers with a capacity not exceeding 20 milliliters for civilian use.
- In Italy, the term peperoncino refers specifically to small, spicy chili peppers, whereas a peperone is a large, sweet bell pepper.
- The word peperoncino uses the diminutive suffix -cino, which technically means it is a 'little pepper'.
Examples in context
- Ho dello spray al peperoncino.I have pepper spray.This sentence is useful for stating that you possess some spray al peperoncino.Tatoeba #13982945 by Guybrush88, translation #12994040 by rul
- Lo spray al peperoncino è illegale qui.Pepper spray is illegal here.This sentence is useful for noting that spray al peperoncino is prohibited in a specific location.Tatoeba #13982855 by Guybrush88, translation #6090632 by mailohilohi
- Scusi, sa dove posso acquistare uno spray al pepe per autodifesa?Excuse me, do you know where I can purchase a pepper spray for self-defense?
- Porta sempre con te lo spray al peperoncino.Always carry pepper spray with you.
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Martina and Alessandro are walking through a park at night.
- MartinaHo un po' di paura in questo parco.I am a little afraid in this park.
- AlessandroNon preoccuparti, ho lo spray al peperoncino nello zaino.Don't worry, I have pepper spray in my backpack.
- MartinaSei molto preparato, Alessandro.You are very prepared, Alessandro.
- AlessandroÈ meglio essere prudenti.It is better to be cautious.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries peperoncino, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
