occhi
eyes
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈɔk.ki/
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Cultural Note
Eye contact is very important in Italian culture, both in conversation and romance. Complimenting someone's eyes is one of the most classic Italian compliments. The singular form is 'occhio,' but the romantic plural 'occhi' is far more common in poetry and flirtation.
📝 Example Sentences
Hai degli occhi bellissimi.
You have beautiful eyes.
I suoi occhi brillano come le stelle.
Her eyes shine like the stars.
Mi sono perso nei tuoi occhi.
I got lost in your eyes.