Q: What's the difference between "nel" and "nell'"?

It's the same difference that exists between il and l' . Nell' is formed by in+ l' , so words starting with a vowel (that use l' ) will also use nell' .

Question 1

What are articulated prepositions?

Accepted Answer

They are words formed by prepositions + definite articles that combine the meaning of both.

Question 2

When to use a simple or articulated preposition?

Accepted Answer

The choice between simple and articulated prepositions depends on whether the preposition is followed by a definite article. If it is, you use the articulated form; otherwise, you use the simple form.

Question 3

What are prepositions in Italian?

Accepted Answer

Prepositions in Italian are words that indicate relationships between elements in a sentence. They often show the spatial, temporal, or logical connections between nouns, pronouns, or phrases.

Question 4

What's the difference between "nel" and "nell'"?

Accepted Answer

It's the same difference that exists between il and l'. Nell' is formed by in+l', so words starting with a vowel (that use l') will also use nell'.

Question 5

How many types of Italian prepositions?

Accepted Answer

In Italian, prepositions can be categorized into two main types: simple prepositions (preposizioni semplici) and articulated prepositions (preposizioni articolate).

Question 6

What are articulated prepositions in Italian?

Accepted Answer

Articulated prepositions in Italian are formed by combining a simple preposition with a definite article. For example, "a" (to/at) combines with "il" to form "al," "in" combines with "i" to form "nei," and so forth.

Grammar Point	Pattern	Example
Simple & articulated prepositions in Italian	Di, A, Da, In, Con, Su, Per, Tra, Fra	Un foglio di carta
Italian prepositions: A, IN or DA?	A, In, Da	Vado in biblioteca; Sono al ristorante
Italian reflexive verbs	Subject + Pronominal particle + Verb	Io mi lavo
How to use the verb "Andare"	-	Andiamo al mare
How to use the verb "Piacere"	"A" + Person who likes/doesn't like something + "piacere" + subject	A me piace la pizza

Italian Grammar Bank

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