Translation of Italian word "gatto" to English
gatto
/ˈgat.to/
Meaning
NounA small domesticated animal commonly kept in homes.
How to use
The Italian noun 'gatto' (masculine) denotes 'cat' (Cat). It typically takes the definite article 'il'. A typical usage pattern is 'Ho dato del latte fresco al gatto.' (I gave fresh milk to the cat.).
🇬🇧 English
cat
Example
Il gatto dorme sul divano del soggiorno.
The cat is sleeping on the living room sofa.
Ho dato del latte fresco al gatto.
I gave fresh milk to the cat.
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- Il gatto dorme sul divano del soggiorno.— The cat is sleeping on the living room sofa.
- Ho dato del latte fresco al gatto.— I gave fresh milk to the cat.
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What does the Italian word "gatto" mean?▼
The Italian word "gatto" means "cat" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Il gatto dorme sul divano del soggiorno." (which translates as "The cat is sleeping on the living room sofa.").
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