The Sopranos Dictionary: Learn “Marone” & More Italian American Slangs

If you’ve seen the American Drama series The Sopranos, then you must remember T – the one and only Tony Soprano. He is kind of brutish and intimidating; at the same time, he’s a funny, charming family man. Perhaps, one of his friends, called Salvatore or Pussy, would even say that he is a stand-up guy. Alright, that idea might be up for a long debate, so we can discuss that at a later time. Anyway, I don’t want to bore you with important details or spill some spoilers but if you have extra time, you should plan on watching this show.

On another note, this series will give you a glimpse into the diverse Italian-American heritage, which is a huge part of American culture and society. It will even give you an impression of how complex these characters are and how their identities go beyond their appearance and words. And, let’s not forget that the show never hesitated to highlight stereotypes associated with Italian-American culture, especially the use of Italian-American slang words that are commonly used within the Italian community on the East Coast of the US. You’ll know what they are once you hear them. But if you don’t, here’s a list to get you started.