Meaning
strip, band
- headband
- bandage
- sash
In a sentence
Mi sono messa una fascia per i capelli.
I put on a headband.
Hai visto la fascia che porto al braccio?
Did you see the bandage I'm wearing on my arm?
La fascia rossa del vestito non mi piace.
I don't like the red sash on the dress.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| fascia | feminine · singular |
| fasce | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use fascia for a broad band or strip; nastro is usually a ribbon/tape, and cintura specifically means a belt worn at the waist.
- For clothing, fascia can mean a sash or waistband, but in everyday speech speakers often prefer cintura, cinturone, or fascia per capelli for clarity.
- In medical contexts, fascia commonly means a bandage or support wrap; bendaggio is more general for bandaging as a procedure or dressing.