Uffizi

See also: uffizi

English

Etymology

From Italian Uffizi (literally “Offices”).

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA^(key): /ʊˈfiːtsɪ/
• Rhymes: -iːtsi

Proper noun

the Uffizi

1. A major museum and art gallery in Florence, Italy.

   Synonym: (officially) Uffizi Gallery

Italian

Etymology

Literally, “Offices” (plural of uffizio), as this was the building's original function.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ufˈfit.t͡si/
• Rhymes: -ittsi
• Hyphenation: Uf‧fì‧zi

Proper noun

gli Uffizi m pl (plural only)

1. Uffizi (major art gallery in Florence)

   Synonym: (officially) Galleria degli Uffizi