Meaning
noise, racket
- loud, disorderly, or annoying noise; racket
- fuss, uproar, or commotion caused by an event
In a sentence
I bambini fanno troppo chiasso in cortile.
The children are making too much noise in the courtyard.
Cosa è tutto questo chiasso a quest'ora?
What is all this racket at this hour?
Non sopporto il chiasso del traffico cittadino.
I can't stand the din of city traffic.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| chiasso | masculine · singular |
| chiassi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Close synonym of 'rumore', but implies confusion, loud voices, or rambunctious play, often by children.