calabrese
The English phrase "calabrese" is translated into Italian as calabrese.
The term is used to describe a person or a thing originating from the Calabria region of Italy. It is used to specify the origin of local products, such as in the phrase nduja calabrese for the spicy spreadable sausage or to refer to the local language, as in dialetto calabrese for the Calabrian dialect.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form remains unchanged when used as an adjective for a feminine singular noun. The plural form of the adjective or noun is calabresi.
Did you know?
- Historically, people described as calabresi were often associated with the 'Magna Graecia' period, as Calabria was one of the most heavily colonized areas by ancient Greeks.
- Because Calabria is at the 'toe' of the Italian boot, being described as calabrese often carries a cultural connotation of being rugged or having a strong, resilient character in Italian folklore.
- While calabrese refers to the regional identity, the 'dialetto calabrese' is actually a collection of various distinct dialects that can be mutually unintelligible across the region.
Examples in context
- Questo è un tipico prodotto calabrese.This is a typical Calabrese product.
- Il sapore calabrese è molto intenso.The Calabrese flavor is very intense.
- Cerco un accento calabrese autentico.I am looking for an authentic Calabrese accent.
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Martina are at a local food market.
- MartinaLorenzo, hai provato questo olio calabrese?Lorenzo, have you tried this Calabrese oil?
- LorenzoNo, ma sembra davvero buono.No, but it looks really good.
- MartinaÈ un tesoro calabrese da non perdere.It is a Calabrese treasure not to be missed.
- LorenzoAllora ne prendiamo una bottiglia.Then let's get a bottle.
