calzini
The Italian word for socks is calzini.
calzini refers to pieces of clothing worn on the feet and lower legs inside shoes.
Which one should you use?
While calzini usually refers to standard short socks, the word calze is often used for longer socks, stockings or hosiery.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the word is calzino. The word is a masculine noun, and its plural form is calzini.
Did you know?
- The term calza was historically used to describe the padded leggings worn by knights under their armor to prevent chafing.
- The word calzini is a diminutive form of calze, effectively meaning 'little stockings'.
- The verb 'calzare' means 'to wear' or 'to put on' specifically in the context of footwear or socks.
Examples in context
- Questi calzini sono di Tom.These socks are Tom's.This sentence shows how to indicate possession of calzini.Tatoeba #9671575 by Nuel, translation #9657419 by CK
- I miei calzini sono bagnati.My socks are wet.This sentence describes the condition of one's calzini.Tatoeba #7119147 by Guybrush88, translation #7114496 by CK
- Togliti i calzini, per favore.Take off your socks, please.This sentence is a request to remove one's calzini.Tatoeba #1546124 by Guybrush88, translation #18086 by CK
- Mi servono dei calzini nuoviI need some new socks.
- Calze da uomoMen's socks
- Mi piacciono le calze corteI like ankle socks.
- 23 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Matteo is getting ready for a walk.
- MatteoChiara, vedi i miei calzini?Chiara, do you see my socks?
- ChiaraSì, sono sul letto.Yes, they are on the bed.
- MatteoGrazie, sono calzini molto comodi.Thanks, they are very comfortable socks.
- ChiaraPortali con le scarpe nuove.Wear them with your new shoes.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
