estate
summer
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/eˈsta.te/
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Cultural Note
Italian summers revolve around 'Ferragosto' (August 15th), a national holiday when most Italians flee the cities for the coast or mountains. Major cities can feel deserted in August as shops and restaurants close for the summer break. Don't be surprised to find your favorite trattoria shuttered with a 'Chiuso per ferie' sign.
📝 Example Sentences
L'estate in Italia è calda e soleggiata.
Summer in Italy is hot and sunny.
Quest'estate andiamo in Sicilia.
This summer we're going to Sicily.
D'estate le giornate sono lunghissime.
In summer the days are very long.