piazza

noun

pi·​az·​za pē-ˈa-zə 

-ˈä-

sense 1 is usually -ˈat-sə, 

-ˈät- 

plural piazzas or piazze pē-ˈat-(ˌ)sā 

-ˈät-

1

plural piazze : an open square especially in an Italian town

2

a

: an arcaded and roofed gallery

b

dialect : veranda, porch

Synonyms of piazza

• porch

Examples of piazza in a Sentence

let's enjoy our mint juleps out on the piazza

Recent Examples on the Web

The namesake suite is one of the largest in central Rome at more than 2,045 square feet, with superb views over the nearby piazza. —Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 19 June 2026

With its handcut limestone walls, winding alleyways, and festive piazza lined with artisanal booths and shaded by old-growth olive trees, Borgo Egnazia could be mistaken for a medieval village in the Puglia region of Italy. —Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026

The piazza also serves as the backdrop for the Palazzo Gangi, which the Daily Mail said is the site of a Friday night cocktail reception for wedding guests. —Martha Ross, Mercury News, 5 June 2026

No doubt the mayor and his guests will stroll along many a piazza and indulge in a healthy helping of cacio e pepe and gelato. —The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian, from Latin platea broad street — more at place

First Known Use

1563, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

piazza

noun

pi·​az·​za pē-ˈaz-ə 

sense 1 is usually

-ˈat-sə 

-ˈät-

plural piazzas or piazze -ˈat-sā 

-ˈät-

1

plural piazze : an open square especially in an Italian town : plaza

2

a

: a long hall with an arched roof

b

dialect : veranda, porch