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How to Say "I'm sweating" in Italian
Express that you're sweating in Italian, perfect for hot weather or after exertion.
Sto sudando.
STOH soo-DAHN-dohneutral
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Use this when you're feeling the heat, like on a sweltering summer day or after a brisk walk. It's a direct way to comment on your physical state due to temperature or effort.
Alternatives
- Ho caldo.Use this to say 'I'm hot' more generally, not specifically that you are sweating.
- Sto sudando freddo.This means 'I'm sweating with cold,' used for fear or anxiety.
Ways to get it wrong
Sudando vs. Suonando
Don't confuse 'sudando' (sweating) with 'suonando' (playing music).
Stress on 'sudando'
The stress is on the second-to-last syllable: su-DA-no, not SU-da-no.
A small cultural note
Italians often comment openly on the weather and its effects on them, so saying 'Sto sudando' is perfectly normal and relatable.
Frequently asked
How do I say I'm really sweating a lot?
You can add an adverb like 'molto' or 'tantissimo': 'Sto sudando molto' or 'Sto sudando tantissimo'.
What's the difference between 'Sto sudando' and 'Ho sudato'?
'Sto sudando' is present continuous, meaning you are sweating right now. 'Ho sudato' is past perfect, meaning you sweated earlier.
Can I say 'Mi sto sudando'?
No, the verb 'sudare' is not reflexive in this context, so you don't use 'mi'.
