Meaning
bonnet, hood
- The hinged cover over the engine of a motor vehicle (car bonnet/hood).
- A chest, casket, or strongbox (less common).
In a sentence
Il meccanico ha aperto il cofano per controllare il motore.
The mechanic opened the bonnet to check the engine.
C'è del fumo che esce dal cofano della macchina!
There is smoke coming out of the car's hood!
Hai controllato il livello dell'olio sotto il cofano?
Did you check the oil level under the bonnet?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| cofano | masculine · singular |
| cofani | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Note: 'cofano' refers to the front hood covering the engine, while 'bagagliaio' is the car boot/trunk.