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"Pen" in Italian: penna
la penna
Pen in Italian is la penna (PEHN-nah), feminine. Plural le penne. Posso prendere una penna? is the classroom classic.
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How to pronounce penna
Say it
PEHN-nah
/ˈpen.na/
Penna stresses PEHN: PEHN-nah. Double n. Soft p.
"Pen" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la penna | the pen Default noun. | Default noun. |
| una penna | a pen Borrowing, buying. | Borrowing, buying. |
| le penne | the pens Plural. | Plural. |
| penna a sfera | ballpoint pen Stationery shops. | Stationery shops. |
How to use penna in real life
- 1In class
Hai una penna blu da prestarmi?
Do you have a blue pen to lend me?
Una penna.
- 2Office desk
La penna non scrive più: è scarica.
The pen doesn't write anymore — it's out.
La penna.
- 3Signing
Mi serve una penna per firmare.
I need a pen to sign.
Una penna.
Mistakes English speakers make with penna
Incorrect: Il penna è nera.
Correct: La penna è nera.
Feminine: la penna.
Incorrect: Prestami un pen.
Correct: Prestami una penna.
Use penna, not English pen.
Good to know
Penna is everyday; stilografica is a fountain pen. Shop packs sell penne a sfera in every colour.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Filling a form at the post office
ChatPal
Ti serve una penna?
Do you need a pen?
You
Sì, la mia penna è rimasta a casa.
Yes, my pen stayed at home.
ChatPal
Prendi questa penna nera.
Take this black pen.
You
Grazie.
Thanks.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Pen" in Italian
Gender?
Feminine: la penna.
Plural?
Le penne.
Ballpoint?
Penna a sfera.
Can I borrow a pen?
Posso prendere / prestarmi una penna?
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