La passeggiata nel bosco è lunga.

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Breakdown of La passeggiata nel bosco è lunga.

• lungo: long
• nel: in
• la passeggiata: the walk
• il bosco: the wood

Questions & Answers about La passeggiata nel bosco è lunga.

Why is la passeggiata used with the article la?

Passeggiata is a feminine noun in Italian, so it needs the feminine article la. In general, feminine singular nouns are preceded by la (e.g., la casa, la ragazza, la mano).

Why does lunga agree with passeggiata?

In Italian, adjectives must agree in gender and number with the nouns they modify. Since passeggiata is feminine singular, the adjective lungo (masculine) changes to lunga (feminine singular).

Why do we say nel bosco instead of nello bosco?

The form nel is a contraction of in + il, which is used before most masculine nouns beginning with a consonant (like bosco). You only use nello (from in + lo) before masculine nouns starting with z, s+consonant, ps, gn, or x (e.g., nello zaino).

Is passeggiata always used to mean a walk in nature?

Not necessarily. Passeggiata can refer to a stroll or leisurely walk in any setting—nature, a town center, or along the beach. The context clarifies the location of the walk.

Can I use camminata instead of passeggiata?

Yes, camminata also means a walk, but passeggiata suggests a more leisurely or pleasant stroll, while camminata can imply a more brisk walk or exercise. The nuance depends on the context.