chianti
/ˈkjan.ti/masculine
chianti is the Italian term for the Tuscan red wine Chianti.
Meaning: Tuscan red wine (noun)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| chianti | /ˈkjan.ti/ | masculine |
| Chianti | /ˈkjan.ti/ | masculine |
chianti refers to the Tuscan red wine. It is a masculine noun.
Which one should you use?
Both are masculine forms.
How does it change in a sentence?
As a masculine noun, chianti is preceded by the masculine singular article il when you are referring to the wine in general or a specific bottle, such as in the phrase il Chianti. When ordering in a restaurant, you can use the indefinite article un to mean 'a glass of' or 'a bottle of' Chianti, for example un Chianti.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables and the stress is on the first syllable: /ˈkjan.ti/.
Did you know?
- The name chianti is believed to be much older than the wine itself, originating from the ancient Etruscan word clante.
- In Italian culture, the term Chianti is often associated with the fiasco, a traditional round flask encased in a straw basket to protect the glass.
- The word Chianti is an example of a geographic indicator. In Italy, using the term for a wine not made in the designated zone is a legal offense.
Examples in context
- Il vino preferito di Adriano è il Chianti.Adriano's favorite wine is a Chianti.This sentence shows how to identify a person's favorite wine using chianti.Tatoeba #13326747 by Guybrush88, translation #11729256 by Amastan
- Vorrei un bicchiere di Chianti, per favore.I would like a glass of Chianti, please.
- Ho voglia di bere un po' di Chiantello stasera.I'm in the mood for some Chiantello tonight.
Example conversation
Sofia and Lorenzo are deciding what to order at a restaurant.
- SofiaCosa beviamo con la cena, Lorenzo?What shall we drink with dinner, Lorenzo?
- LorenzoPrendiamo una bottiglia di chianti.Let's have a bottle of chianti.
- SofiaOttima idea, si abbina bene alla carne.Great idea, it pairs well with the meat.
- LorenzoChiamo subito il cameriere.I'll call the waiter right away.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “chianti” translations and entries chianti, Chianti, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Chianti, chianti, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
