# How to Say “It is... (plural)” in Italian

**Sono le...** /sˌono lˈe/: It is... (plural)

## Pronunciation

The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription for “Sono le...” is /sˌono lˈe/. Break it down syllable by syllable and practice at a slow pace before building up to conversational speed.

## Context

This phrase belongs to the [Numbers & Time](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/vocabulary/numbers-time.md) category. It is suitable for beginners.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How do you pronounce "Sono le..." in Italian?

The IPA pronunciation is /sˌono lˈe/. Practice saying it slowly, then at natural speed.

### What does "Sono le..." mean in English?

"Sono le..." translates to "It is... (plural)" in English. It belongs to the Numbers & Time category.

### Is "Sono le..." formal or informal in Italian?

This is a commonly used expression in everyday Italian conversation. It is appropriate for both casual and standard contexts.

## More Numbers & Time Phrases

- ["ten" → dieci](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/ten.md): /djˈɛtʃɪ/
- ["twenty" → venti](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/twenty.md): /vˈɛntɪ/
- ["pieces" → pezzi](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/pieces.md): /pˈɛtsːɪ/
- ["one hundred" → cento](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/one-hundred.md): /tʃˈɛnto/
- ["one thousand" → mille](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/one-thousand.md): /mˈille/
- ["What time is it?" → Che ore sono?](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/what-time-is-it.md): /ke ˈore sˈono/

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