Clothing in Italian
50 essential words with English translations and example sentences.
abito
dress / suit
I'm wearing an elegant dress for dinner.
camicia
shirt
The white shirt is perfect for work.
maglietta
t-shirt
I'm wearing a red t-shirt today.
pantaloni
pants / trousers
The blue pants are very comfortable.
gonna
skirt
I prefer a long skirt in summer.
giacca
jacket
The leather jacket is sturdy and beautiful.
cappotto
coat
I need a warm coat for the winter.
maglione
sweater / jumper
The wool sweater keeps me warm.
scarpe
shoes
Comfortable shoes are essential for walking.
stivali
boots
I put on my boots when it rains.
calzini
socks
I lost a sock in the washing machine.
scarpe da ginnastica
sneakers / trainers
Sneakers are perfect for running.
cintura
belt
I use a black leather belt.
cravatta
tie
The red tie is elegant and formal.
sciarpa
scarf
The silk scarf protects against the cold.
cappello
hat / beanie
I wear a hat when it's sunny.
berretto
cap / beanie
The cap protects me from the cold.
guanti
gloves
Wool gloves are warm in winter.
borsa
bag / purse
My bag is brown and roomy.
zaino
backpack / rucksack
I pack the books into my backpack for school.
valigia
suitcase
The suitcase is full of clothes for the vacation.
shorts
shorts
In summer, I wear short shorts.
leggings
leggings
Black leggings are comfortable for working out.
jeans
jeans
I wear blue jeans almost every day.
camicia da notte
nightgown / nightdress
The nightgown is soft and cool.
pigiama
pajamas / pyjamas
I put on my pajamas before going to bed.
costumi da bagno
swimsuit
I have a new swimsuit for the beach.
reggiseno
bra
A bra should be comfortable and fit well.
mutande
underwear / panties
Cotton underwear is comfortable.
calzamaglia
tights / pantyhose
Tights keep your legs warm.
corpetto
bodice / camisole
The light blue bodice looks elegant under the jacket.
canotta
tank top / vest
The tank top is perfect for the summer heat.
felpa
sweatshirt / hoodie
The gray sweatshirt is warm and casual.
cardigan
cardigan
The beige cardigan goes with many outfits.
blazer
blazer
The black blazer is formal for the office.
tailleur
women's suit
The gray suit is perfect for important meetings.
impermeabile
raincoat / oilskin
The yellow raincoat is handy when it rains.
pantaloncini
shorts / gym shorts
Sports shorts are light and breathable.
salopette
jumpsuit / overalls
Overalls are comfortable and fashionable.
fascia
sash / band
I use a sash for belly dancing.
turbante
Turban
The turban adds color to the outfit in an elegant way.
mascalcia
Mask / Domino mask (for carnival)
I wear a domino mask at carnival.
fascia per capelli
Headband / Hairband
The headband holds the hair in place.
foulard
Scarf / Headscarf
The colorful scarf embellishes the neck.
vestaglia
Bathrobe / Dressing gown
The bathrobe is comfortable in the morning.
gilet
Vest / Waistcoat
The sleeveless vest is practical in spring.
poncho
Poncho
The wool poncho protects from the cold.
mantella
Cape / Sleeveless cloak
The red cape is elegant and refined.
sospensori
Suspenders / Braces
The suspenders hold the pants in place.
fibbia
Buckle
The belt buckle is made of silver.
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