conforto
/konˈfɔr.to/masculine
The English phrase "solace" is translated into Italian as conforto. Wiktionary also lists consolazione.
Meaning: consolation (noun)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| conforto | /konˈfɔr.to/ | masculine |
| consolazione | /kon.so.latˈt͡sjo.ne/ | feminine |
Both conforto and consolazione can be used to express the concept of solace.
Which one should you use?
conforto is a masculine noun and is the most common way to express the idea of solace or comfort in a general sense. In contrast, the feminine noun consolazione often carries a slightly more formal or specific nuance of the act of consoling someone.
How does it change in a sentence?
conforto is a masculine noun, whereas consolazione is a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/konˈfɔr.to/, with three syllables and the stress on the second syllable.
Did you know?
- The Italian verb confortare can be used in a technical sense to mean 'to strengthen' or 'to bolster' a physical structure.
- The root of conforto comes from the Latin 'fortis', meaning 'strong', implying that finding solace is fundamentally about regaining one's strength.
- If you are looking for a 'comfortable' chair, you should ask for something confortevole, not conforto. While they share a root, using conforto to describe furniture would sound like you are seeking emotional relief from the chair.
Examples in context
- Si ritiene comunemente che con il passare del tempo, gli individui acquisiscano una nuova prospettiva e trovino conforto.It's commonly believed that as time goes on, individuals gain a new perspective and find solace.This sentence shows how to use conforto to describe finding solace through a change in perspective.Tatoeba #12123064 by Nuel, translation #12123062 by Nuel
- Nei giorni del dubbio, nei giorni di dolorosa rimuginazione sul destino della mia patria tu sei il mio unico sostegno, il mio unico conforto, oh grande, potente, vera e libera lingua russa!In the days of doubt, in the days of painful brooding over the fate of my fatherland you are my only support, my only solace, oh great, mighty, true and free Russian language!This sentence uses conforto to express a deep emotional reliance on a language as a source of support.Tatoeba #3493069 by Guybrush88, translation #2364949 by niceguydave
- Ho trovato sollievo nella compagnia dei miei amici.I found solace in the company of my friends.
- Il suo sorriso mi ha dato molto conforto.Her smile gave me much solace.
Example conversation
Giulia and Alessandro are talking about a difficult loss.
- GiuliaÈ un momento molto difficile per me.It is a very difficult time for me.
- AlessandroSpero che la musica possa darti qualche conforto.I hope music can give you some solace.
- GiuliaGrazie, Alessandro, ne ho davvero bisogno.Thank you, Alessandro, I really need it.
- AlessandroSono qui per te, Giulia.I am here for you, Giulia.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “solace” translations and entries conforto, consolazione, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries conforto, consolazione, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
