Meaning
morning
In a sentence
Ogni mattina bevo un caffè prima del lavoro.
Every morning I drink a coffee before work.
Hai visto Luca stamattina al bar?
Did you see Luca this morning at the bar?
Stamattina non ho preso l'autobus per scuola.
This morning I didn't take the bus to school.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| mattina | feminine · singular |
| mattine | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'mattina' for the time from dawn until noon. 'Mattino' is less common and slightly more formal.
- Avoid 'buon mattina'—it’s incorrect. Say 'buongiorno' for 'good morning' until early afternoon.
- In time expressions, use 'di mattina' (e.g., 'alle 8 di mattina'), not 'nella mattina.'