Italian - English (British) translations for "gatto"
"gatto" Italian translation
Translation
cat
Definition
The word 'gatto' in Italian means 'cat' in English.
Part of speech
noun
Gender
masculine
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: cat
Ho un gatto nero.
I have a black cat.
Meaning: jack
Mi serve un gatto per sollevare l'auto.
I need a jack to lift the car.
Meaning: male person
Quel ragazzo è un vero gatto.
That guy is a real charmer.
Meaning: sailor
Il gatto di bordo ha esperienza nel navigare.
The sailor on board has experience in sailing.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Il gatto è nero.
The cat is black.
Ho un gatto domestico.
I have a pet cat.
Il gatto sta dormendo sul divano.
The cat is sleeping on the couch.
Mio fratello ha trovato un gattino abbandonato per strada.
My brother found an abandoned kitten on the street. (B1)
La mia amica ama i gatti e ne ha adottati due.
My friend loves cats and has adopted two of them. (B1)
Quando ero bambino, il mio gatto mi seguiva ovunque andassi.
When I was a child, my cat would follow me everywhere I went. (B2)
Sto cercando una razza di gatto particolare da acquistare.
I'm looking for a specific breed of cat to buy. (B2)
Se avessi saputo che il tuo gatto era allergico al pesce, non glielo avrei dato da mangiare.
If I had known that your cat was allergic to fish, I wouldn't have given it to him to eat. (C1)
Dopo aver addestrato il mio gatto per mesi, ora riesce a fare trucchi incredibili.
After training my cat for months, it can now do incredible tricks. (C1)
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.The word 'gatto' is the Italian term for 'cat'. It is a noun that refers to a small domesticated carnivorous mammal, typically with soft fur, a short snout, and retractile claws. Cats are known for their independent nature, agility, and ability to hunt rodents. They are popular pets around the world and have been domesticated for thousands of years.
In Italian culture, cats have been associated with various beliefs and superstitions. For example, it is believed that if a black cat crosses your path, it brings good luck. Cats are also often depicted in Italian art and literature, symbolizing different qualities such as mystery, elegance, and sensuality.
The word 'gatto' can be used in different contexts, such as describing specific breeds of cats or discussing their behavior and characteristics. It is an essential term to know for anyone learning or using the Italian language.