{"id":360454,"date":"2026-11-06T07:05:29","date_gmt":"2026-11-06T06:05:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/italien.news\/uncategorized\/divano\/"},"modified":"2026-11-06T08:27:51","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T07:27:51","slug":"divano-sofa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/italien.news\/en\/italienisch-lernen\/wort-des-tages\/divano\/","title":{"rendered":"Word of the day: DIVANO"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In every Italian living room, it is the undisputed focal point for family and guests. The divano<\/em><\/strong> is more than a place to sit; it is where people relax, talk and watch television together. It embodies comfort and is often an expression of style and design, both highly valued in Italy.<\/p>\n

Listening and Speaking<\/h3>\n

(Pronunciation: dee-VAH-no)<\/p>\n

Literal translation<\/h3>\n

il divano \u2013 the sofa, the couch<\/p>\n

Meaning and Attitude Toward Life<\/h2>\n

The word divano<\/em> is the common Italian word for a sofa or couch. It is the centre of the soggiorno<\/em>, or living room, and a symbol of comfort and hospitality. The family gathers here in the evening, guests are welcomed here, and after a long day you can take a break here. The divano<\/em> is used for watching television, reading or simply taking a short afternoon nap, a nap<\/em>. This piece of furniture is so central to relaxing at home that there is even a term for a couch potato: pantofolaio da divano<\/em>, which roughly means \u2018a couch-dwelling slipper wearer\u2019. A life without a divano<\/em> is almost unimaginable in Italy.<\/p>\n

Application example<\/h2>\n
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  • Dopo una lunga giornata di lavoro, non vedo l’ora di sdraiarmi sul divano.<\/em><\/li>\n
  • After a long day at work, I can hardly wait to stretch out on the sofa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Cultural Tip<\/h2>\n

    In Italy, the land of design, the divano<\/em> is often a real style statement and is chosen with care. To protect this treasured piece of furniture in everyday use, it is often covered with a throw, the copridivano<\/em>. This is usually removed only when special guests are expected or on holidays.<\/p>\n

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    In our daily column Learn Italian - Word of the day<\/strong> The Italia News editorial team brings you a little \u201elanguage espresso.\u201c We don\u2019t just want to teach you vocabulary\u2014we want to open up the heart of Italy to you. Discover the meaning, the spirit, and the subtle nuances behind the most beautiful Italian words and phrases. Perfect for your next vacation\u2014or just to daydream. A presto!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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