roba
stuff, things, gear
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈrɔ.ba/
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Cultural Note
The Italian equivalent of 'stuff' — vague, versatile, and used constantly. 'Roba da matti' (stuff for crazy people) is a common expression of disbelief. Italians use 'roba' when they can't be bothered to name something specific. Completely informal but not vulgar.
📝 Example Sentences
Prendi la tua roba e andiamo.
Grab your stuff and let's go.
Roba da matti!
That's crazy! (lit. 'stuff for crazy people')
Che roba è questa?
What is this stuff?