Italian - English (British) translations for "sole"
"sole" Italian translation
Translation
sun
Definition
Sole is an Italian noun that translates to 'sun' in English. It refers to the star at the center of our solar system, which provides light and heat to Earth.
Part of speech
noun
Gender
masculine
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: sun
Il sole splende nel cielo.
The sun is shining in the sky.
Meaning: sole (fish)
Ho mangiato un'ottima sogliola al ristorante.
I had a delicious sole at the restaurant.
Meaning: sole (footwear)
Mi piace indossare le scarpe da sole d'estate.
I like wearing sandals in the summer.
Meaning: sole (bottom part of foot)
Mi fa male la pianta del piede, proprio sotto il tallone.
The sole of my foot hurts, right under the heel.
Meaning: only
Lui è l'unico responsabile di questa situazione.
He is the sole responsible for this situation.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: Il sole splende oggi.
The sun is shining today.
A1: Mi piace prendere il sole in spiaggia.
I like sunbathing at the beach.
A1: Ho dimenticato gli occhiali da sole a casa.
I forgot my sunglasses at home.
B1: Quando ero giovane, passavo le estati al sole.
When I was young, I used to spend summers in the sun.
B1: Domani andrò a fare una passeggiata al sole.
Tomorrow I will go for a walk in the sun.
B2: Spero che domani ci sia il sole per poter andare al mare.
I hope it will be sunny tomorrow so that I can go to the beach.
C1: Dopo aver lavorato tutto il giorno, mi sono rilassato sotto il sole del tramonto.
After working all day, I relaxed under the sunset sun.
C1: Se non fosse stato per il sole che filtrava tra le nuvole, non avrei potuto vedere l'arcobaleno.
If it hadn't been for the sun shining through the clouds, I wouldn't have been able to see the rainbow.
C2: Nonostante la pioggia, il sole è riuscito a farsi spazio tra le nuvole.
Despite the rain, the sun managed to break through the clouds.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.In Italy, the sun (sole) holds a special place in the culture and daily life of its people. The country's warm climate and abundant sunshine have influenced everything from agriculture to fashion. Italians often take advantage of the sunny weather by spending time outdoors, whether it's lounging on the beach or enjoying an afternoon espresso at a sidewalk cafe.
The word sole can also be used metaphorically to refer to something that is central or essential. For example, one might say that love is the sole reason for living, or that honesty is the sole foundation of a good relationship. In this sense, the word takes on a deeper meaning beyond its literal translation as 'sun'.
From a scientific perspective, the sun (sole) is a fascinating object to study. It is a massive ball of gas that generates energy through nuclear fusion reactions at its core. Its magnetic field creates sunspots and solar flares that can affect Earth's climate and technology. Understanding the sun's behavior is crucial for predicting space weather and protecting our planet from harmful radiation.