mare
sea
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈma.re/
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Cultural Note
With nearly 8,000 km of coastline, the sea is central to Italian life and culture. 'Andare al mare' (going to the seaside) is the quintessential Italian summer activity. Italy is surrounded by the Adriatic, Tyrrhenian, Ionian, and Ligurian seas.
📝 Example Sentences
Andiamo al mare questo fine settimana?
Shall we go to the sea this weekend?
Il mare in Sardegna è cristallino.
The sea in Sardinia is crystal clear.
Mi piace ascoltare il rumore del mare.
I like listening to the sound of the sea.