Italian Phrase
Gli annunci online sono popolari.
Meaning
The sentence states that online advertisements are popular. It conveys a general observation about the prevalence and acceptance of digital ads in society.
When to use
Use this phrase when talking about marketing trends, digital media strategies, or when comparing traditional and online advertising in a conversation or presentation.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Gliannuncionlinesonopopolari
Gli (definite article)
Used before masculine plural nouns that start with a vowel or consonant; it contracts 'i' + 'gli' to 'gli'.
annunci (noun)
Plural form of 'annuncio' (advertisement); masculine noun, so it takes the article 'gli' and adjective agreement.
online (borrowed adjective)
Adopted from English, used as an adjective or adverb meaning 'on the internet'; it does not affect agreement.
sono (verb essere)
Third‑person plural present of 'to be', matching the plural subject 'gli annunci'.
popolari (adjective)
Plural masculine form of 'popolare', must agree in number and gender with the noun it modifies.
🗨In Conversation
Gli annunci online sono popolari.
Online ads are popular.
Sì, soprattutto tra i giovani che passano molto tempo sui social.
Yes, especially among young people who spend a lot of time on social media.
✕Common Mistakes
L'annuncio online è popolare.
The subject must be plural to match the verb 'sono' and adjective 'popolari'.
Gli annunci online sono popolare.
Adjective must agree in number with the plural noun.
Gli annunci online sono è popolari.
Do not duplicate the verb 'to be'.
↔Alternatives
Gli spot pubblicitari su internet sono molto diffusi.
Internet advertising spots are very widespread.
Le pubblicità online sono molto popolari.
Online advertisements are very popular.
Gli annunci su web sono apprezzati da tutti.
Web ads are appreciated by everyone.
Cultural Tip
In Italy, online advertising is subject to strict privacy regulations under the GDPR, so marketers often emphasize consent and transparent data use. While 'annunci' is a common word, many Italians also use 'spot' or 'pubblicità' when referring to short video ads, especially on TV and social platforms.

