Category: CulturePart of speech: nounDifficulty: Common
gastronomia
/gastronomia/Roman
English meaning: Gastronomy / Cuisine
Definition
The art and science of food and cooking. Italian cuisine is one of the world's most beloved — pizza, pasta, risotto, gelato, espresso, and tiramisu are universally known. Italian food culture (slow food movement, 'Made in Italy' quality designation) has been profoundly influential globally, including in India where Italian restaurants are popular.
Example
“La gastronomia italiana è una delle più apprezzate al mondo.”
In English: “Italian gastronomy is one of the most appreciated in the world.”
Literary Heritage
“E quindi uscimmo a riveder le stelle.”
“And thence we came forth to see again the stars.”
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Language information
- Language
- Italiano
- Italian
- Script
- Latin
- Family
- Romance
- Speakers
- 70M