balsamico
The English phrase "balsamic" is translated into Italian as balsamico.
This term refers to a type of dark, concentrated vinegar made from grapes.
How does it change in a sentence?
The masculine singular form is balsamico, which is used in the standard phrase aceto balsamico. For feminine singular nouns, use balsamica. For masculine plural nouns, use balsamici and for feminine plural nouns, use balsamiche.
Did you know?
- The term balsamico is etymologically linked to the word 'balsam', a fragrant resin or ointment used in ancient medicine. This suggests the vinegar was once perceived to have healing or restorative properties.
- Authentic aceto balsamico tradizionale is aged in a series of casks made from different woods like oak, chestnut and cherry to develop its flavor.
- Strict regulations mean that only vinegar produced in specific regions of Italy can legally be labeled as aceto balsamico tradizionale.
Examples in context
- Tom comprò una bottiglia di aceto balsamico a Modena.Tom bought a bottle of balsamic vinegar in Modena.This sentence shows how to use balsamico when talking about buying a bottle of balsamic vinegar in Modena.Tatoeba #4827248 by Guybrush88, translation #4638698 by Hybrid
- Mi piace gustare le fragole con qualche goccia di aceto balsamico di Modena.I enjoy savoring strawberries with a few drops of balsamic vinegar from Modena.
- Ho appena comprato una bottiglia di balsamico per condire l'insalata.I just bought a bottle of balsamic for dressing the salad.
- Mi piace molto l'aceto balsamico sul formaggio.I really like balsamic vinegar on cheese.
- Questo aceto balsamico è molto dolce.This balsamic vinegar is very sweet.
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Example conversation
Giulia and Alessandro are shopping for ingredients in a supermarket.
- AlessandroGiulia, prendiamo l'aceto balsamico?Giulia, should we get the balsamic vinegar?
- GiuliaSì, Alessandro, prendi quello più scuro.Yes, Alessandro, get the darkest one.
- AlessandroQuesto è un aceto balsamico di qualità?Is this a high-quality balsamic vinegar?
- GiuliaSì, sembra ottimo per l'insalata.Yes, it looks great for the salad.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries balsamico, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
