colino
/koˈli.no/masculine
The English word "strainer" is translated into Italian as colino or colatoio.
Meaning: utensil (noun)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| colino | /koˈli.no/ | masculine |
| colatoio | masculine |
Both terms refer to a utensil used for straining or pouring off liquids. They are both nouns and are masculine in gender.
What does it mean word for word?
The nouns colino and colatoio are derived from the verb colare, which means to strain, to pour or to drip.
How do you pronounce it?
The word colino has three syllables, with the stress on the second syllable. The IPA pronunciation is /koˈli.no/.
Did you know?
- The verb colare, which gives us colino, is also used in Italian to describe the way a nose runs during a cold.
- In Italian, the term colatura refers to a traditional fermented anchovy sauce from Cetara, named because it is the liquid that 'strains' or drips from the salted fish.
- The verb 'colare' does not just mean to strain, it is also the root of the English word 'colander' through a shared linguistic lineage.
Examples in context
- colino da tèTea strainerThis example shows how to use colino in the phrase "colino da tè".
- I colini si trovano nella sezione degli utensili da cucina.The strainers can be found in the kitchen utensils section.
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Giulia are preparing dinner in the kitchen.
- LorenzoGiulia, mi puoi dare il colino?Giulia, can you give me the strainer?
- GiuliaCerto, Lorenzo, eccolo qui.Of course, Lorenzo, here it is.
- LorenzoGrazie, lo uso per i mirtilli.Thanks, I'm using it for the blueberries.
- GiuliaOttima idea per il dessert.Great idea for the dessert.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “strainer” translations and entries colino, colatoio, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Wiktionary CC BY-SA 4.0.
