Italian Word of the Day
pasta
/PAH-stah/ • noun — 26th of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: a type of food made from wheat flour and water, typically shaped into various forms
Examples
- Mi piace mangiare la pasta ogni domenica.
(I like to eat pasta every Sunday.) - Quale tipo di pasta preferisci, spaghetti o penne?
(Which type of pasta do you prefer, spaghetti or penne?) - La pasta fatta in casa è molto più buona.
(Homemade pasta is much better.)
Synonyms
- noodles
- maccheroni
The word 'pasta' is commonly used in Italian cuisine to refer to various types of noodles used in many dishes, often served with sauces.
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