Meaning
simple; understated
- simple and elegant without excess
- sober (not drunk)
- plain in style or colour
- moderate and restrained
In a sentence
Preferisco un abito sobrio per l'ufficio.
I prefer a simple, elegant outfit for the office.
Ti piace questo stile sobrio?
Do you like this understated style?
La vetrina non è affatto sobria.
The shop window is not understated at all.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| sobrio | masculine · singular |
| sobria | feminine · singular |
| sobri | masculine · plural |
| sobrie | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- In shopping and style, it usually means understated or elegant, not flashy.
- Can also mean sober, not drunk, but that is a different common sense.
- Often used for clothes, furniture, colours, and design.