Translation of Italian word "cielo" to English
cielo
/ˈtʃɛ.lo/
Meaning
NounThe space above the earth seen from below; the heavens.
How to use
The Italian noun 'cielo' (masculine) denotes 'sky' (Sky). It typically takes the definite article 'il'. False friends alert: 'cielo' may resemble words in English or other languages but carries a different meaning — always verify in context.
🇬🇧 English
sky
Example
Il cielo è limpido e privo di nuvole oggi.
The sky is clear and cloudless today.
Gli uccelli volano felici nel cielo azzurro.
Birds fly happily in the blue sky.
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🦊 Use this word in a live AI conversationCommon phrases
- il cielo stellato— the starry sky
- Gli uccelli volano felici nel cielo azzurro.— Birds fly happily in the blue sky.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Italian word "cielo" mean?▼
The Italian word "cielo" means "sky" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Il cielo è limpido e privo di nuvole oggi." (which translates as "The sky is clear and cloudless today.").
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