sole
sun
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈso.le/
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Cultural Note
Italy is known as 'il Bel Paese del sole' -- the beautiful country of the sun. Southern Italy and the islands enjoy over 300 sunny days per year. The expression 'O sole mio' (My sunshine), from the famous Neapolitan song, is one of the most recognized Italian phrases worldwide.
📝 Example Sentences
Oggi c'è un bel sole.
There's beautiful sunshine today.
Ci sediamo al sole o all'ombra?
Shall we sit in the sun or in the shade?
Il sole tramonta sul mare.
The sun sets over the sea.