giglio tigre
/ˈd͡ʒiʎ.ʎo ˈti.ɡre/word by word
The English phrase "tiger lily" is translated into Italian as giglio tigre.
Meaning: flowering plant Lilium lancifoliom (noun)
Which one should you use?
giglio tigrato is a more formal variation.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /ˈdʒiʎ.ʎo ˈti.ɡre/. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 1st syllable.
Did you know?
- In Florence, the giglio is the official symbol of the city and appears on its coat of arms, though it is an stylized iris rather than a true lily.
- The word tigre is used in Italian not only for the animal but also as a slang term for a woman who is perceived as fierce or aggressive.
- In Italian, the word giglio can be used metaphorically to describe someone who is physically slender and graceful.
Examples in context
- Il giardino del castello è pieno di gigli tigrati bellissimi.The castle's garden is full of beautiful tiger lilies.
- Hai visto i gigli tigrati nel nostro cortile? Sono splendidi!Have you seen the tiger lilies in our backyard? They are gorgeous!
Example conversation
Giulia and Francesco are walking through a flower shop.
- GiuliaGuarda Francesco, questo giglio tigre è splendido!Look Francesco, this tiger lily is splendid!
- FrancescoHai ragione, ha un colore molto intenso.You are right, it has a very intense color.
- GiuliaPenso che starebbe bene nel nostro salotto.I think it would look good in our living room.
- FrancescoPrendiamolo, sarà un regalo perfetto per casa.Let's get it, it will be a perfect gift for the house.
