fare
make
The Italian word 'fare' is the equivalent of the English verb 'make'. It is used to indicate the action of creating, producing, or preparing something. The usage is broad and it also applies to expressions like fare colazione (make breakfast), fare una domanda (make a question), or fare una foto (take a photo).
Example sentences using: fare
Devo fare la spesa
I have to do the shopping
This sentence means the speaker needs to go shopping, often for groceries. In Italian, shopping as a concept is denoted by 'la spesa' and the verb 'fare' which translates to 'do' in English, is used with it.
Ho un sacco di lavoro da fare
I have a lot of work to do
This sentence can be used in a professional or academic context. 'Da fare' translates to 'to do' in English, and 'lavoro' means 'work'. It expresses that the speaker has many tasks that need completion.