#176: Describing Ownership with the Preposition “Di”

In Italian, ownership can be expressed using the following structure: noun/object being owned + di + owner. This structure applies to names, family members, groups, and descriptive relationships.

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Two Main Takeaways

  • When describing possession with first names, we do not need a definite article. For example: “Il libro di Maria” (in English, “The book of Maria”).
  • When describing possession with common nouns, the definite article is usually needed. For example: “La casa della nonna” (in English, “The house of grandma”).

Links Mentioned and Other Resources

  • CLICK HERE to listen to episode #158: The Futuro Anteriore in Italian.
  • CLICK HERE to listen to episode #175: How to Use the Possessives “Proprio” and “Altrui”.
  • CLICK HERE to get the 30 Key Phrases for Your Italian Vacation guide, covering the most important phrases you need to know before going to Italy.

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