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How to Say "House" in Italian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
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"House" in Italian 路 say it like kah-zah

The most natural way to say "House" in Italian is casa. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

abitazione
more formal, often used in legal contexts
dimora
literary or poetic term for residence

When to use it

You can use 'casa' in everyday conversations when talking about where someone lives. It is suitable for both formal and informal contexts. For example, you might say 'Vivo in una casa' to indicate your home. It's a very common word in Italian.

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Examples in Italian

ItalianEnglish
La mia casa 猫 molto grande.My house is very big.
Dove si trova la tua casa?Where is your house?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'casa' with 'casa di riposo', which means nursing home.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear casa, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Italian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'casa' and 'abitazione'?

'Casa' is more commonly used in everyday language, while 'abitazione' is more formal.

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