cucitrice
/ku.t͡ʃiˈtri.t͡ʃe/feminine
The English word 'stapler' can be translated into Italian using cucitrice. Wiktionary also lists spillatrice and graffettatrice.
Meaning: device which binds together paper (noun)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| cucitrice | /ku.t͡ʃiˈtri.t͡ʃe/ | feminine |
| spillatrice | /spil.laˈtri.t͡ʃe/ | feminine |
| graffettatrice | /ɡraf.fet.taˈtri.t͡ʃe/ | feminine |
| pinzatrice | feminine |
All provided terms refer to a device used to bind paper together.
Which one should you use?
While all these words are used to mean 'stapler', they have slight nuances. spillatrice is a very common term used in everyday office language. graffettatrice is also a common term and is specifically derived from graffetta (staple), referring to the device that uses staples. pinzatrice is a common term used for a standard stapler or to describe a heavy-duty stapler or staple gun.
How does it change in a sentence?
All forms of the word are feminine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/ku.tʃiˈtri.tʃe/. The word has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable.
Did you know?
- The term spillare (the root of spillatrice) is also used in the context of collecting or 'drawing' something, such as 'spillare un segreto', which means 'to extract a secret'.
- While cucitrice refers to a stapler, the word cucitrice can also describe a seamstress in a literal sense depending on the context.
- The word pinzatrice comes from pinza, meaning 'pliers' or 'tongs'. It describes the stapler as a tool that pinches or grips the paper together.
Examples in context
- Potresti prestarmi una spillatrice, per favore?Will you please lend me a stapler?This sentence is useful for asking to borrow a spillatrice.Tatoeba #13163618 by Guybrush88, translation #33416 by CK
- La cucitrice è uno strumento essenziale in un ufficio.The stapler is an essential tool in an office.
- Dovresti lasciare la cucitrice sul tavolo per gli impiegati.You should leave the stapler on the table for the employees.
- La cucitrice è sulla scrivania.The stapler is on the desk.
- Ho bisogno di una nuova cucitrice.I need a new stapler.
- 11 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Giulia is looking for an office supply in the classroom.
- GiuliaFrancesco, hai una cucitrice?Francesco, do you have a stapler?
- FrancescoSì, eccola qui.Yes, here it is.
- GiuliaGrazie mille, mi serve per questi fogli.Thanks a lot, I need it for these sheets.
- FrancescoPrego, usala pure.You're welcome, feel free to use it.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “stapler” translations and entries cucitrice, spillatrice, graffettatrice, pinzatrice, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cucitrice, pinzatrice, spillatrice, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
