Sanremo
/sanˈremo/proper noun★Intermediate
general
A city in the Liguria region of northwestern Italy, known for its annual music festival, the Festival della Canzone Italiana.
Sanremo è famosa per le sue spiagge e il festival della canzone.
Sanremo is famous for its beaches and its song festival.
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The city is also known for its mild climate and historic casino.
Collocations
Festival di SanremoSanremo Music Festivalcasa da gioco di SanremoSanremo casino
Synonyms
Related Phrases
la Riviera dei Fioriphrase
the Riviera of Flowers
💡Pro Tip
Pronunciation Tip
The stress is on the second syllable: San-RE-mo.
📖Word Origin
The name 'Sanremo' comes from the Latin 'Sanctus Romanus', meaning 'Saint Roman', referring to the patron saint of the city.
📝Usage Notes
The city is often referred to simply as 'Sanremo' in Italian, though 'San Remo' is also used in English.
Dizionario Italiano-Inglese