brunch
masculine
The English phrase 'brunch' can be translated into Italian using several terms, most commonly brunch. Wiktionary also lists colanzo and colapranzo.
Meaning: a meal (noun)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| brunch | masculine | |
| colanzo | /koˈlan.d͡zo/ /koˈlan.t͡so/ |
masculine |
| colapranzo | masculine | |
| pranzolazione | feminine |
The concept of a meal between breakfast and lunch is often described by the phrase un pasto tra colazione e pranzo.
Which one should you use?
brunch is a masculine noun, while pranzolazione is a feminine noun used specifically to describe the act of eating a late lunch or a meal that serves as a substitute for lunch. The terms colanzo and colapranzo are also available masculine forms.
How does it change in a sentence?
pranzolazione is a feminine noun used to describe a late lunch or a meal that serves as a substitute for lunch.
Did you know?
- While you can use 'brunch' in Italy, it often implies a more trendy, expensive, or international setting rather than just a casual late meal.
- In Italy, the traditional colazione is typically sweet, meaning a brunch often marks a cultural shift toward savory foods earlier in the morning than usual.
- Because pranzolazione ends in -zione, it sounds like a formal process or a bureaucratic action, adding a touch of irony to the act of eating a late meal.
Examples in context
- Abbiamo intenzione di tornare e di provare il loro menu per il brunch.We plan to return and try their brunch menu.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use the word brunch in a natural context.Tatoeba #13127810 by Nuel, translation #13127809 by Nuel
- Andiamo a fare un brunch domenica mattina?Shall we go for brunch on Sunday morning?
- Il brunch di questa domenica è delizioso.This Sunday's brunch is delicious.
- Andiamo a fare un brunch in centro?Shall we go have a brunch downtown?
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Sofia are discussing plans for the weekend.
- LorenzoSofia, ti va un brunch domani?Sofia, do you feel like a brunch tomorrow?
- SofiaSì, ottima idea! Dove andiamo?Yes, great idea! Where are we going?
- LorenzoC'è un nuovo locale che fa un brunch fantastico.There is a new place that makes a fantastic brunch.
- SofiaPerfetto, allora prenotiamo un tavolo.Perfect, let's book a table then.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “brunch” translations and entries brunch, colanzo, colapranzo, pranzolazione, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
