Italian Phrase
Fa vento?
Meaning
Literally, 'It makes wind?' – the idiomatic way to ask whether it is windy outside. It is used to inquire about current wind conditions.
When to use
Use this phrase in casual conversation when you want to know if the weather is windy, for example before a walk, a bike ride, or when deciding whether to bring a jacket.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Favento?
Impersonal fare
The verb 'fare' is used impersonally to describe weather conditions; it is always conjugated in the third person singular (fa) regardless of the subject.
Noun without article
When talking about weather, the noun (vento) appears without an article.
Question intonation
In spoken Italian, raising the intonation at the end signals a yes‑no question; the written form adds a question mark.
🗨In Conversation
Fa vento?
Is it windy?
Sì, è abbastanza forte. Prendi il cappotto.
Yes, it's quite strong. Take a coat.
✕Common Mistakes
È vento?
The verb 'essere' is not used for weather; use the impersonal 'fare' instead.
Fa il vento?
The article 'il' is unnecessary; weather nouns appear without articles.
Fa vento.
Missing the question mark changes it to a statement: 'It is windy.'
↔Alternatives
C'è vento?
Is there wind?
Soffia vento?
Is the wind blowing?
C'è vento fuori?
Is there wind outside?
Cultural Tip
Italians love talking about the weather, and 'fare' is the go‑to verb for many conditions: fa caldo (it's hot), fa freddo (it's cold), fa pioggia (it rains). In northern Italy you’ll hear 'c'è vento' more often, while 'fa vento' is common throughout the country. Keep the tone light – weather chat is a classic ice‑breaker.