cuffia da nuoto
/ˈkuf.fja da ˈnwɔ.to/word by word
The Italian phrase for "swimming cap" is cuffia da nuoto.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of cuffia (cap/hood) and da nuoto (for swimming).
How does it change in a sentence?
The preposition da is used here to indicate the purpose or function of the object. The noun cuffia is a feminine noun, and its plural form is cuffie (resulting in cuffie da nuoto for swimming caps).
When do people say it?
It is common etiquette to wear a swimming cap in most public swimming pools in Italy for hygiene.
Did you know?
- In some Italian contexts, cuffia can also refer to the 'earcup' of a pair of headphones, demonstrating how the word describes anything that fits snugly over or around the head.
- The word cuffia shares an unexpected ancestry with the English word 'coif', which refers to a type of close-fitting cap worn in the Middle Ages.
- While cuffia is used for a 'swimming cap', it also refers to the 'earmuffs' used for warmth or the 'protective cap' worn by chefs.
Examples in context
- Ho comprato una cuffia da nuoto per la mia lezione di nuoto.I bought a swimming cap for my swimming lesson.
- Indosso una cuffia rosa per distinguermi tra gli altri nuotatori.I'm wearing a pink swimming cap to stand out among the other swimmers.
- Dov'è possibile comprare una cuffia da nuoto qui?Where can I buy a swimming cap around here?
- Ho dimenticato la cuffia da nuoto.I forgot my swimming cap.
- Devi indossare la cuffia da nuoto in piscina.You must wear a swimming cap in the pool.
- Questa cuffia da nuoto è molto comoda.This swimming cap is very comfortable.
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Sofia are getting ready at the pool.
- LorenzoSofia, hai visto la mia cuffia da nuoto?Sofia, have you seen my swimming cap?
- SofiaSì, è dentro la tua borsa.Yes, it is inside your bag.
- LorenzoGrazie, ora posso andare in acqua.Thanks, now I can go in the water.
- SofiaPrego, Lorenzo, andiamo insieme!You're welcome, Lorenzo, let's go together!
