Definition

Proper noun * Torino: The capital city of the Piedmont (Piemonte) region in northwestern Italy. It is a major industrial and cultural center.

Usage Notes

• "Torino" is the Italian name for the city known in English as Turin. The two names refer to the same place.
• It is used as a proper noun to specifically identify the city. It is not typically used with articles (e.g., "in Torino," not "in the Torino").

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The 2006 Winter Olympics were held in Torino.
  • She studied art history at the university in Torino.
  • Torino is famous for its automotive industry and Baroque architecture.

Advanced Usage

• The name "Torino" is often used in an international context to emphasize its Italian identity, especially in relation to cultural or sporting events (e.g., the Olympics, football/soccer).
• In historical contexts, it is used to refer to the city as the capital of the former Kingdom of Sardinia and the first capital of a unified Italy.

Variants and Related Words

• Turin (n.): The standard English exonym for the city of Torino.
  • The Shroud of Turin is a famous religious relic.

Synonyms

• Turin: The direct English equivalent.

Noun

1. capital city of the Piemonte region of northwestern Italy