Italian Phrase
Ho studiato informatica.
Meaning
This phrase uses the passato prossimo tense to describe a completed action in the past. It specifically refers to the academic study of computer science or information technology. It indicates that the speaker has a background or degree in this field.
When to use
Use this phrase when introducing yourself in a professional context, such as a job interview, or when discussing your educational history with friends. It is the standard way to state what your major was in university.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Hostudiatoinformatica
Ho (Avere)
The auxiliary verb 'avere' in the first person singular, used to form compound past tenses.
Studiato
The past participle of the verb 'studiare'. In Italian, -are verbs typically end in -ato in the past participle.
Informatica
A feminine noun representing the field of study. Note that articles are often omitted when stating a field of study after 'studiare'.
🗨In Conversation
Che cosa hai studiato all'università?
What did you study at university?
Ho studiato informatica.
I studied computer science.
✕Common Mistakes
Io ho studiare informatica.
You must use the past participle 'studiato' instead of the infinitive 'studiare' in the past tense.
Sono studiato informatica.
The verb 'studiare' requires the auxiliary verb 'avere' (ho), not 'essere' (sono).
↔Alternatives
Mi sono laureato in informatica.
I graduated in computer science.
Ho fatto informatica.
I did computer science (more colloquial).
Cultural Tip
In Italy, computer science is a highly respected field. When discussing your studies, Italians might ask if you have a 'laurea triennale' (3-year degree) or a 'laurea magistrale' (2-year master's), as the system is split into these two cycles.