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calze

English translation of calze

stockings

The Italian word for stockings is 'calze'. It is a feminine plural noun. It is used to refer to the close-fitting, elastic garments that cover the feet and legs, typically worn by women. In Italian, it is common to use the definite article 'le' before 'calze' when referring to them in a general sense, as in 'le calze sono un accessorio di moda' (stockings are a fashion accessory).


Example sentences using: calze

Ho comprato delle calze nuove per l'inverno.

English translation of Ho comprato delle calze nuove per l'inverno.

I bought new stockings for the winter.

This phrase indicates that someone has purchased stockings specifically designed for colder weather.

Le calze a righe sono molto di moda quest'anno.

English translation of Le calze a righe sono molto di moda quest'anno.

Striped stockings are very trendy this year.

This sentence expresses that striped stockings are currently popular in fashion.

Mi piace indossare le calze colorate durante le feste.

English translation of Mi piace indossare le calze colorate durante le feste.

I like to wear colorful stockings during the holidays.

In this example, the speaker shares their preference for colorful stockings during festive occasions.

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