modello
/moˈdɛl.lo/
The English phrase template is translated into Italian as modello.
The word modello refers to a preformatted file or document used as a starting point for creating new ones. In more specialized or formal contexts, you might encounter Schema to describe a template that follows a specific structure or Matrice to describe a complex template used in scientific or technological fields.
Which one should you use?
While modello can be used to mean 'template' in a digital context, it is also the general word for a 'model' (such as a role model) or a 'pattern' (such as a design pattern).
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of modello is modelli.
How do you pronounce it?
/moˈdɛl.lo/. The word has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- While modello is used for a template, the word matrice literally means 'womb' in Italian.
- Because modello also means 'model', an Italian speaker might call a fashion model a modella for a woman or a modello for a man.
- The word modello comes from the Late Latin word modulus, which originally referred to a small measure.
Examples in context
- Abbiamo bisogno di un modello per la presentazioneWe need a template for the presentation
- Dobbiamo creare uno schema per l'analisi dei datiWe need to create a template for data analysis
- Ho creato un modelletto per il mio progetto personaleI created a little template for my personal project
- Mi puoi dare uno schema tipo per il curriculum?Can you give me a typical template for a resume?
- Mi serve un modello per il contratto di locazioneI need a template for the rental agreement
- Conosci uno schema tipo per organizzare un itinerario di viaggio?Do you know a typical template for organizing a travel itinerary?
- L'azienda ha bisogno di uno schema ben strutturato per la presentazioneThe company needs a well-structured template for the presentation
- Usa questo modello per il nuovo documento.Use this template for the new document.
- Ho creato un modello per le fatture.I created a template for the invoices.
- Esiste un modello pronto per la presentazione?Is there a template ready for the presentation?
Example conversation
Lorenzo is helping Chiara with a work project.
- ChiaraHai un modello per il rapporto mensile?Do you have a template for the monthly report?
- LorenzoSì, te lo mando subito per email.Yes, I will send it to you via email right away.
- ChiaraGrazie, mi aiuterà a finire più velocemente.Thanks, it will help me finish faster.
- LorenzoDi nulla, spero che il modello sia utile.You're welcome, I hope the template is useful.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry modello, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries modello, CC BY-SA 4.0.
