Pisa Meaning in English

word

US

ˈpisə

PEE-suh

UK

ˈpiːsə

PEE-suh

Definition

Pisa is an Italian city, famous worldwide for the Leaning Tower of Pisa, a unique architectural landmark.

Usage & Nuances

'Pisa' is always a proper noun and usually refers to the Italian city. Commonly used together with 'the Leaning Tower of Pisa.' In non-English languages, check for confusion with the verb 'pisa' (Spanish/Portuguese: 'step on') but not in English.

• Spanish: pisa
• Portuguese (BR): pisa
• Portuguese (PT): pisa
• Chinese (Simplified): 比萨
• Chinese (Traditional): 比薩
• Hindi: पीसा
• Arabic: بيزا
• Bengali: পিসা
• Russian: Пиза
• Japanese: ピサ
• Vietnamese: Pisa
• Korean: 피사
• Turkish: Pisa
• Urdu: پیزا
• Indonesian: Pisa

Example Sentences

The Leaning Tower of Pisa attracts many tourists each year.

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Pisa is located in central Italy.

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Many students visit Pisa on school trips.

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Have you ever climbed the steps of the tower in Pisa?

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We took a family photo pretending to hold up Pisa's leaning tower.

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I spent a weekend in Pisa and loved all the little cafes near the river.

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