reggiatura
The Italian word for strapping is reggiatura.
The term is used to describe someone who possesses a sturdy, muscular or robust physique.
Meaning: having a sturdy muscular physique, robust (adj)
Which one should you use?
you may also encounter possente, which is used specifically to emphasize a powerful build.
Did you know?
- To describe a 'strapping' young man, Italians often use the word robusto, which also means 'robust' or 'strong' when referring to coffee or wine.
- The verb root of reggiatura is reggere, which means 'to hold up' or 'to withstand', reflecting the idea of a body that can support a heavy load.
- The word possente can be used to describe not just a 'strapping' person, but also powerful natural forces like a possente river or storm.
Examples in context
- Giulio è un giovane uomo forte e atletico.Giulio is a young man who is strong and athletic.
- Il culturista italiano è un uomo possente e muscoloso.The Italian bodybuilder is a powerful and muscular man.
- Maria è una donna robusta e in ottima salute.Maria is a robust woman in excellent health.
- Luigi è un ragazzo sodo, va in palestra tutti i giorni!Luigi is a strapping guy. He goes to the gym every day!
- Roberta ha le braccia muscolose come un'atleta!Roberta has arms as muscular as an athlete!
- Marco è un ragazzo tostissimo, riesce a sollevare pesi enormi!Marco is a super-tough guy. He can lift enormous weights!
Example conversation
Alessandro and Giulia are talking about a new neighbor.
- AlessandroHai visto il nuovo vicino di casa?Have you seen the new neighbor?
- GiuliaSì, è un ragazzo davvero reggiatura.Yes, he is a really strapping guy.
- AlessandroPuò sicuramente aiutarci con i pacchi.He can definitely help us with the packages.
- GiuliaChiediamogli subito, Alessandro.Let's ask him right away, Alessandro.
