studi sociali
The English phrase social studies is translated into Italian as studi sociali.
studi sociali refers to the study of various subjects. However, in an academic or school context, Italians are more likely to use scienze sociali (social sciences) to refer to the discipline.
Meaning: study of various subjects (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form is studio sociale, though the plural studi sociali is the standard way to refer to the academic field.
Did you know?
- The adjective sociali comes from the Latin socialis, which originally referred to an ally or a comrade in arms rather than a member of society.
- While studi sociali is the literal translation, Italian schools usually group these topics under storia (history) or geografia (geography) rather than a single 'social studies' class.
- The word studi in studi sociali is a plural noun that can also refer to physical rooms, such as a professional studio or office.
Example conversation
Two students are talking about their favorite class.
- MatteoQual è la tua materia preferita, Giulia?What is your favorite subject, Giulia?
- GiuliaMi piacciono molto gli studi sociali, Matteo.I really like social studies, Matteo.
- MatteoAnche a me piacciono molto.I like them a lot too.
- GiuliaAllora studiamo insieme domani!Then let's study together tomorrow!
