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"Lake" in Italian: lago
il lago
Lake in Italian is il lago (eel LAH-goh), masculine: un lago, i laghi. Going to the lake is andare al lago.
Weekend plan
Domenica andiamo al lago in bici.Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce lago
Say it
eel LAH-goh
/ˈla.go/
LAH-goh, stress on LAH. Laghi is LAH-ghee with a hard g.
"Lake" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| il lago | the lake Any lake. | Any lake. |
| i laghi | the lakes Regions with several lakes. | Regions with several lakes. |
| al lago | to/at the lake Weekend plans. | Weekend plans. |
| lago di Garda | Lake Garda Named lakes use lago di + name. | Named lakes use lago di + name. |
How to use lago in real life
- 1Weekend plan
Domenica andiamo al lago in bici.
Sunday we're going to the lake by bike.
Al lago for the outing.
- 2On a map
Questo lago è più grande di quello.
This lake is bigger than that one.
Questo lago for pointing.
- 3Holiday chat
I laghi del Nord sono bellissimi d'estate.
The northern lakes are beautiful in summer.
I laghi for the plural.
Mistakes English speakers make with lago
Incorrect: La lago è freddo.
Correct: Il lago è freddo.
Lago is masculine: il lago.
Incorrect: Andiamo a il lago.
Correct: Andiamo al lago.
A + il becomes al.
Good to know
Northern Italy's laghi—Garda, Como, Maggiore—are classic escapes. Saying andiamo al lago often means a whole day of ferry rides, gelato, and swimming spots.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Choosing a day trip
ChatPal
Preferisci il lago o il mare oggi?
Do you prefer the lake or the sea today?
You
Il lago: meno vento e acqua più calma.
The lake: less wind and calmer water.
ChatPal
Allora partiamo verso il lago alle nove.
Then let's head to the lake at nine.
You
Porto il costume. Nuotiamo nel lago?
I'll bring a swimsuit. Shall we swim in the lake?
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FAQ
Common questions about "Lake" in Italian
Is lago masculine?
Yes: il lago, un lago, i laghi.
How do I say to the lake?
Al lago.
How are lake names formed?
Often lago di + name: lago di Como.
What is the plural?
I laghi.
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