FastItalian LearningSign in
A1 — Beginneradjective

scuro

dark, dim, gloomy

Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)

buiotenebrosocupooscuro

Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)

chiaroluminosobrillanteacceso

Usage note

'Scuro' and 'buio' are common synonyms. 'Cupo' has emotional weight (dark mood). 'Tenebroso' is literary/dramatic. 'Oscuro' can also mean obscure/mysterious.

Example

"La stanza era scura perché le tende erano chiuse."

"The room was dark because the curtains were closed."

Practice Italian grammar

Free exercises, mini-exams and placement test.

Start free →