crema da barba
/ˈkrɛ.ma da ˈbar.ba/word by word
The Italian phrase for shaving cream is crema da barba.
crema da barba refers to the substance applied to the face to lubricate the skin and prevent razor burn during the shaving process.
Meaning: a substance that is applied to the face to provide lubrication and avoid razor burn during shaving (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of crema (cream), da (for or to be used for) and barba (beard), literally meaning 'cream for shaving'.
Which one should you use?
While crema da barba refers specifically to a cream, the term schiuma da barba is used to refer to shaving foam.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun crema is feminine and singular. It remains unchanged when used in a phrase such as una crema da barba (a shaving cream).
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /ˈkrɛ.ma da ˈbar.ba/. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 1st syllable.
Did you know?
- In Italian, the phrase farsi la barba is used to say 'to shave', even if the person does not actually have a full beard.
- The word barba is a cognate of the English word 'barbarian', as the term historically referred to people with unconventional facial hair.
- While crema da barba is for cream, the word schiuma in schiuma da barba is the same word used for the 'foam' on a cappuccino.
Examples in context
- Devo comprare la crema da barba.I need to buy shaving cream.
- La crema da barba è sul ripiano.The shaving cream is on the shelf.
- Questa crema da barba profuma di agrumi.This shaving cream smells like citrus.
Example conversation
Giulia and Matteo are in the bathroom.
- GiuliaMatteo, hai finito la crema da barba?Matteo, are you out of shaving cream?
- MatteoSì, non ne è rimasta più.Yes, there isn't any left.
- GiuliaNe compro un tubetto domani.I will buy a tube tomorrow.
- MatteoGrazie, Giulia, sei molto gentile.Thanks, Giulia, you are very kind.
