montagna
mountain
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/monˈta.ɲa/
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Cultural Note
The classic Italian debate is 'mare o montagna?' -- sea or mountains? Italy is blessed with both: the Alps in the north and the Apennines running down the spine of the peninsula. The Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are considered among the most beautiful mountains in the world.
📝 Example Sentences
Andiamo in montagna a sciare.
We're going to the mountains to ski.
Le montagne delle Dolomiti sono spettacolari.
The Dolomite mountains are spectacular.
Preferisci il mare o la montagna?
Do you prefer the sea or the mountains?