nostalgia
nostalgia; homesickness
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/nosˈtal.d͡ʒa/
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Cultural Note
For the millions of Italians who emigrated worldwide, 'nostalgia' carries deep emotional weight. 'Avere nostalgia di casa' is a defining sentiment of the Italian diaspora, often expressed through food, music, and the preservation of traditions abroad.
📝 Example Sentences
Ho nostalgia di casa.
I'm homesick.
Quella canzone mi riempie di nostalgia.
That song fills me with nostalgia.
Provo nostalgia per i tempi passati.
I feel nostalgia for the past.