How to Say "Velvet" in Italian

velluto

/velˈlu.to/masculine

The English word velvet is velluto in Italian.

velluto refers to the fabric itself. If you wish to describe a texture that feels like velvet, use the adjective vellutato.

Meaning: fabric (noun)

Is it said differently in some regions?

The form velluto is noted as being dialectal.

velluto is a masculine noun. To describe something as having a velvety texture, use the adjective vellutato.

/velˈlu.to/. The word has 3 syllables and the stress is on the 2nd syllable.

While velluto is the fabric, Italians use vellutata to describe a specific type of creamy, blended soup that has a velvety consistency.
In Italian, the term velluto is often used metaphorically to describe a voice that is smooth and seductive, known as una voce di velluto.
Italian fashion history is tied to velluto through the Renaissance, where the city of Genoa became the European capital for producing the finest velvet fabrics.

I pantaloni di velluto non sono più alla moda.
Velvet pants are out of style.
This sentence shows how to use velluto when discussing clothing.
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Oggi ho comprato un bellissimo vestito di velluto.
Today, I bought a beautiful velvet dress.
Il vecchio mantello era di velluto rosso.
The old cloak was made of red velvet.
Questo velluto è molto pregiato e morbido.
This velvet is very precious and soft.

Alessandro and Chiara are looking at fabrics in a shop.

Alessandro

Chiara, guarda questo velluto blu.
Chiara, look at this blue velvet.
Chiara

È molto morbido al tatto.
It is very soft to the touch.
Alessandro

Sarebbe perfetto per un nuovo divano.
It would be perfect for a new sofa.
Chiara

Sì, Alessandro, è un'ottima scelta.
Yes, Alessandro, it is an excellent choice.

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