Meaning
foot
In a sentence
Mi fa male il piede destro oggi.
My right foot hurts today.
Hai messo il piede nella pozzanghera?
Did you step in the puddle?
Mi lavo i piedi.
I wash my feet.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| piede | masculine · singular |
| piedi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'piede' for human/animal feet; 'zampa' for paws (e.g., dogs, cats).
- Plural is 'piedi,' not 'piedes.' Common mistake for English speakers.
- 'A piedi' means 'on foot' (walking); never use 'su piedi.'