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"Closet (wardrobe)" in Italian: armadio
l'armadio
Closet (wardrobe) in Italian is l'armadio (lar-MAH-dyoh), masculine: un armadio, due armadi. Built-in closets are still often called armadio a muro.
Getting dressed
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How to pronounce armadio
Say it
lar-MAH-dyoh
/arˈma.djo/
Armadio stresses MAH: ar-MAH-dyoh. Plural armadi is ar-MAH-dee.
"Closet (wardrobe)" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| l'armadio | the closet / wardrobe Default noun. | Default noun. |
| un armadio | a wardrobe Furniture. | Furniture. |
| armadio a muro | built-in closet Apartment feature. | Apartment feature. |
| aprire l'armadio | to open the closet Everyday action. | Everyday action. |
How to use armadio in real life
- 1Getting dressed
La camicia blu è nell'armadio.
The blue shirt is in the closet.
Nell'armadio for location.
- 2Moving house
Ci serve un armadio più grande per i cappotti.
We need a bigger wardrobe for the coats.
Un armadio as furniture.
- 3Tidying
Chiudi l'armadio, per favore.
Close the closet, please.
L'armadio with imperative.
Mistakes English speakers make with armadio
Incorrect: La armadio è pieno.
Correct: L'armadio è pieno.
Armadio is masculine and takes l' before the vowel.
Incorrect: Metto i vestiti nel closet.
Correct: Metto i vestiti nell'armadio.
Use armadio.
Good to know
Italian bedrooms often have one large armadio instead of a walk-in closet. Space is precious, so seasonal clothes get rotated.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Looking for a jacket before going out
ChatPal
Hai visto il mio giubbotto nell'armadio?
Did you see my jacket in the closet?
You
Sì, è nell'armadio vicino alle sciarpe.
Yes, it's in the closet near the scarves.
ChatPal
Perfetto. L'armadio era un caos ieri.
Perfect. The closet was a mess yesterday.
You
Lo so — l'ho riordinato stamattina.
I know — I tidied it this morning.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Closet (wardrobe)" in Italian
Is armadio masculine?
Yes: l'armadio, un armadio.
What is the plural?
Gli armadi.
Is guardaroba the same?
Guardaroba can mean wardrobe/cloakroom; armadio is the furniture piece.
How do I say in the closet?
Nell'armadio.
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