Meaning
ship, vessel
In a sentence
Il bastimento parte domani mattina dal porto.
The ship leaves tomorrow morning from the port.
Hai visto quel bastimento vicino alla costa?
Did you see that ship near the coast?
Il bastimento non è ancora arrivato in città.
The ship hasn't arrived in town yet.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| bastimento | masculine · singular |
| bastimenti | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Bastimento is old-fashioned or literary; in everyday Italian, nave or imbarcazione is much more common.
- Often refers to a large seagoing vessel, especially in historical, nautical, or poetic contexts.
- Avoid using it for small boats; barca, battello, or nave usually fit better depending on size and context.