soggiorno
living room
Pronunciation
/sodˈdʒorno/
Cultural Note
Soggiorno literally means 'stay' or 'sojourn,' reflecting the room's purpose as the place where you spend time. In many Italian apartments, especially older ones, the soggiorno also serves as the dining area. It is also called 'il salotto' (the parlor) in more formal contexts.
📝 Example Sentences
Il soggiorno è la stanza più grande della casa.
The living room is the biggest room in the house.
Ci riuniamo in soggiorno dopo cena.
We gather in the living room after dinner.
Nel soggiorno c'è un bel camino.
In the living room there's a beautiful fireplace.
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