Italian - English (British) translations for "nero"
"nero" Italian translation
Translation
black
Definition
The Italian adjective nero means black in English.
Part of speech
adjective
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: black
La notte è nera.
The night is black.
Meaning: dark
La stanza era completamente nera.
The room was completely dark.
Meaning: gloomy
Il cielo era nero di nuvole.
The sky was gloomy with clouds.
Meaning: evil
Il personaggio principale è un uomo nero.
The main character is an evil man.
Meaning: burnt
Il pane è bruciato e diventato nero.
The bread is burnt and turned black.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: Il gatto nero è seduto sul muro.
The black cat is sitting on the wall.
A2: Ho comprato una maglietta nera.
I bought a black t-shirt.
A2: La penna è nera.
The pen is black.
B1: Ho visto un film noir molto interessante la scorsa notte.
I watched a very interesting noir film last night.
B2: La mia macchina nera ha bisogno di essere lavata.
My black car needs to be washed.
B2: La mia amica ha dipinto le pareti della sua camera da letto di nero.
My friend painted the walls of her bedroom black.
C1: L'oscurità del cielo nero mi fa sentire piccolo e insignificante.
The darkness of the black sky makes me feel small and insignificant.
C2: Il caffè nero forte è il mio preferito al mattino.
Strong black coffee is my favorite in the morning.
C2: La moda punk degli anni '80 era caratterizzata dall'abbigliamento nero e stracciato.
'80s punk fashion was characterized by black and ripped clothing.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Nero is a commonly used word in the Italian language to describe the color black. It can be used to describe anything that is dark or lacks light, such as clothing, hair, or even coffee. In Italian culture, black is often associated with mourning and sadness, but it can also represent elegance and sophistication.
The word nero can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is negative or bad. For example, someone might say 'ho una giornata nera' which translates to 'I'm having a black day' in English. This usage of the word is similar to how we use the color black in English to describe negative situations or emotions.
In art and literature, the color black has been used to represent many different things throughout history. In Italian Renaissance art, for example, black was often used to represent death and darkness. However, in modern art and fashion, black is often seen as a chic and stylish color choice. Understanding the cultural significance of nero can help you better understand Italian language and culture as a whole.