A1Phrase
gli Azzurri
the Italian national team (lit. 'the Blues')
/lyi ad-DZUR-ri/
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What does ‘gli Azzurri’ mean in English?
Examples in Context
Gli Azzurri hanno vinto quattro Mondiali di calcio.
The Azzurri have won four Football World Cups.
Stasera guardano la partita degli Azzurri.
Tonight they're watching the Azzurri's match.
About This Word
Gli Azzurri refers to any Italian national sports team wearing the iconic light-blue (azzurro) jersey, especially football/soccer.
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