Italian - English (British) translations for "ragazzo"
"ragazzo" Italian translation
Translation
boy
Definition
A ragazzo is an Italian noun that refers to a young boy or teenager.
Part of speech
noun
Gender
masculine
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: young man
Il ragazzo che ho incontrato ieri sera era molto gentile.
The young man I met last night was very kind.
Meaning: boy
Mio figlio è un ragazzo molto vivace.
My son is a very lively boy.
Meaning: lad
Il ragazzo del negozio mi ha aiutato a trovare quello che cercavo.
The lad in the store helped me find what I was looking for.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: Il ragazzo gioca con il cane.
The boy plays with the dog.
A2: La ragazza parla con il ragazzo.
The girl talks to the boy.
A2: Il ragazzo mangia una mela.
The boy eats an apple.
B1: Quando ero ragazzo, mi piaceva giocare a calcio.
When I was a boy, I liked playing soccer.
B1: Oggi il ragazzo che abita accanto a me ha festeggiato il suo compleanno.
Today the boy who lives next to me celebrated his birthday.
B2: Mio figlio è diventato un ragazzo molto responsabile e maturo.
My son has become a very responsible and mature young man.
C1: Il ragazzo che ho incontrato ieri sera era molto carismatico.
The young man I met last night was very charismatic.
C1: Nonostante le difficoltà, il ragazzo ha continuato a studiare per raggiungere il suo obiettivo.
Despite the difficulties, the young man continued to study to achieve his goal.
C2: Il ragazzo che ha vinto la medaglia d'oro alle Olimpiadi è stato intervistato dalla televisione nazionale.
The young man who won the gold medal at the Olympics was interviewed by national television.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.The word ragazzo is commonly used in Italy to refer to a young male who is still in his teenage years. It can also be used to describe a young man who is in his early twenties, but it is not typically used to refer to older men.
In Italian culture, the concept of la famiglia (the family) is very important, and the role of the ragazzo within the family unit is significant. The ragazzo is often seen as the future of the family and is expected to carry on traditions and values that have been passed down through generations.
The term ragazzo can also be used colloquially to refer to a boyfriend or romantic partner, particularly among younger generations. In this context, it carries a connotation of youthfulness and playfulness.