isolano

islander

noun ee-ZOH-lah-noh Rare

Also means

island dweller

Usage Note

Isolano (m) / isolana (f) refers to a person who lives on or comes from an island. It can also function as an adjective meaning 'island' (attributive): la cultura isolana ('island culture'). As a noun, the plural is isolani (m) / isolane (f). Do not confuse with isola (island) itself.

Examples

"Gli isolani proteggono le loro tradizioni con orgoglio."

Natural Translation

The islanders protect their traditions with pride.

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