Bello/a
Bello/a is an adjective that means “beautiful” or “handsome.” It is one of the most frequently used adjectives in Italian and can be applied to many different objects and people.
Il panorama è molto bello. (The view is really beautiful.)
Lui è un bell’uomo. (He is a handsome man.)
Grande
Grande is an adjective that means “big” or “large.” This adjective is versatile and can be used to describe size, quantity, or importance.
La città è grande. (The city is big.)
Ho un grande appetito. (I have a big appetite.)
Buono/a
Buono/a is an adjective that means “good.” It is often used to describe food, but it can also be applied to other things.
La pizza è buonissima. (The pizza is super good.)
Questo è un buon libro. (This is a good book.)
Nuovo/a
Nuovo/a is an adjective that means “new.” It is used to describe things that are recently made or never used before.
Ho comprato un nuovo computer. (I bought a new computer.)
Questo vestito è nuovo. (This dress is new.)
Vecchio/a
Vecchio/a is an adjective that means “old.” It is used to describe things that are outdated or have been around for a long time. Notice that using “vecchio” when referring to a person’s age is considered rude in Italian (use the adjective “anziano” instead).
Il mio vecchio amico. (My old friend, meaning a friend you have had for a long time)
Il mio amico anziano. (My old friend, meaning a friend who’s old in age)
Questa casa è vecchia. (This house is old.)
Felice
Felice is an adjective that means “happy.” It is used to describe emotions, feelings, and experiences.
Sono molto felice. (I am very happy.)
Questo è un giorno felice. (This is a happy day.)
Triste
Triste is an adjective that means “sad.” It is used to describe emotions, feelings, and experiences that are not joyful.
Sono molto triste. (I am very sad.)
Questa è una triste notizia. (This is sad news.)
Facile
Facile is an adjective that means “easy.” It is used to describe things that are simple and straightforward.
Questo esercizio è facile. (This exercise is easy.)
Questa ricetta è facile da seguire. (This recipe is easy to follow.)
Difficile
Difficile is an adjective that means “difficult.” It is used to describe things that are challenging or complicated.
Questo problema è difficile. (This problem is difficult.)
Questo esame è difficile. (This exam is difficult.)
Interessante
Interessante is an adjective that means “interesting.” It is used to describe things that are captivating or engaging.
Questa conversazione è interessante. (This conversation is interesting.) Questo film è molto interessante. (This movie is very interesting.)
Conclusion
These ten adjectives are just a small sample of the many adjectives in Italian. By learning and using these adjectives, you will be able to make your Italian sentences more descriptive and interesting. Remember to practice speaking and listening to Italian as much as you can, and you will be on your way to fluency. Happy language learning!
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