Italian - English (British) translations for "legno"
"legno" Italian translation
Translation
wood
Definition
Legno is an Italian noun that translates to 'wood' in English. It refers to the hard, fibrous material that makes up the stems and branches of trees and shrubs.
Part of speech
noun
Gender
masculine
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: wood
Il tavolo è fatto di legno.
The table is made of wood.
Meaning: timber
Hanno tagliato il legno per costruire una casa.
They cut the timber to build a house.
Meaning: firewood
Ho bisogno di comprare del legno da ardere per l'inverno.
I need to buy firewood for the winter.
Meaning: stick
Prendi un legno e usa quello come bastone.
Take a stick and use that as a cane.
Meaning: woodwind instrument
Suona il legno dolcemente.
Play the woodwind instrument softly.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: Ho comprato un pezzo di legno per fare una mensola.
A1: I bought a piece of wood to make a shelf.
A1: Il tavolo è fatto di legno.
A1: The table is made of wood.
A1: Mia nonna ha un vecchio mobile di legno.
A1: My grandmother has an old wooden cabinet.
B1: Ho visto un falegname che lavorava il legno con maestria.
B1: I saw a carpenter working skillfully with wood.
B1: La casa è stata ristrutturata e ora ha pavimenti in legno.
B1: The house has been renovated and now it has wooden floors.
B2: Mio padre mi insegnò come intagliare il legno quando ero giovane.
B2: My father taught me how to carve wood when I was young.
C1: L'artista ha realizzato una scultura di legno molto dettagliata.
C1: The artist created a very detailed wooden sculpture.
C1: Nel laboratorio, gli studenti imparano a lavorare il legno utilizzando diverse tecniche.
C1: In the workshop, students learn to work with wood using different techniques.
C2: Il legno è un materiale versatile che può essere utilizzato in molti settori, come l'edilizia e la produzione di mobili.
C2: Wood is a versatile material that can be used in many sectors, such as construction and furniture manufacturing.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.In Italy, legno has been a valuable resource for centuries. The country's abundant forests have provided wood for everything from furniture and construction materials to fuel and cooking utensils. Today, Italy remains one of the world's leading producers of high-quality wood products, such as fine furniture and musical instruments.
The use of legno is not limited to practical applications, however. Wood has also played an important role in Italian art and culture. From the intricate carvings on medieval church doors to the elegant designs of Renaissance-era furniture, Italian craftsmen have long used legno to create beautiful and functional works of art.
Despite its many uses, the production and consumption of legno can have negative environmental impacts if not managed responsibly. Deforestation, illegal logging, and unsustainable harvesting practices can all contribute to habitat destruction, soil erosion, and other ecological problems. As such, it is important for individuals and industries alike to prioritize sustainable forestry practices when working with legno.