# Italian: Adjective Placement

Difficulty: beginner

In Italian, adjectives (describing words) usually follow the noun they describe. For example, 'un cane grande' (a big dog) puts the size after the animal.

## Related Vocabulary

| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [cane](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/dog.md) | /kˈane/ | dog |
| [gatto](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/cat.md) | /ɡˈatːo/ | cat |
| [ho](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/i-have.md) | /ˈɔ/ | I have |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is "Adjective Placement" in Italian?

In Italian, adjectives (describing words) usually follow the noun they describe. For example, 'un cane grande' (a big dog) puts the size after the animal.

### Is this grammar topic for beginners?

This topic is at the beginner level. It is a great starting point for new learners.

## Related Grammar Topics

- [Expressing Likes with Mi Piace](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/grammar/expressing-likes-with-mi-piace.md) (beginner)
- [Pure Vowel Sounds](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/grammar/pure-vowel-sounds.md) (beginner)

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