Italian · Nature, Animals & Weather
"Nature" in Italian: natura
la natura
Nature in Italian is la natura (nah-TOO-rah), feminine. A contatto con la natura means getting outdoors. Natura is also used for character: di natura timido.
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How to pronounce natura
Say it
nah-TOO-rah
/naˈtu.ra/
Natura stresses TOO: nah-TOO-rah. Soft t. Article: lah nah-TOO-rah.
"Nature" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la natura | nature Outdoors, environment. | Outdoors, environment. |
| a contatto con la natura | in contact with nature Weekends, travel. | Weekends, travel. |
| riserva naturale | nature reserve Parks. | Parks. |
| di natura | by nature / naturally Personality. | Personality. |
How to use natura in real life
- 1Weekend escape
Ho bisogno di un po' di natura.
I need a bit of nature.
Un po' di natura.
- 2Trail sign
Questa riserva protegge la natura locale.
This reserve protects the local nature.
La natura.
- 3Personality chat
È di natura molto paziente.
He is by nature very patient.
Di natura.
Mistakes English speakers make with natura
Incorrect: Il natura è bella.
Correct: La natura è bella.
Feminine: la natura.
Incorrect: Amo the nature.
Correct: Amo la natura.
Use natura.
Good to know
Italians praise la natura when leaving the city for hills or sea—Sunday escapes are a national habit. Riserva naturale signs mark quiet walking spots.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Planning a Sunday out of town
ChatPal
Domenica andiamo a cercare un po' di natura?
Sunday shall we go look for some nature?
You
Sì, la natura mi serve dopo questa settimana.
Yes, I need nature after this week.
ChatPal
C'è una riserva con sentieri facili.
There's a reserve with easy trails.
You
Perfetto, porto l'acqua.
Perfect, I'll bring water.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Nature" in Italian
Gender?
Feminine: la natura.
How do I say I need nature?
Ho bisogno di natura.
Nature reserve?
Riserva naturale.
By nature shy?
Di natura timido / timida.
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