dietista
The English phrase dietician is translated into Italian as dietista.
A dietista is a health professional who specializes in diet and nutrition to help people eat healthy food.
Which one should you use?
In a clinical context, the term dietologo is often used interchangeably with dietista.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun dietista is used for both male and female dieticians. When referring to a group, use the masculine plural dietisti for a group of male dieticians or a mixed-gender group. For a group of only female dieticians, use the feminine plural dietiste.
Did you know?
- In Italy, there is a strict professional distinction between a dietista and a dietologo. While a dietista is a healthcare technician, a dietologo must be a licensed physician specializing in nutrition.
- The root of dietista traces back to the Greek concept of a 'regulated way of living', implying that a 'diet' was originally a lifestyle rather than just a meal plan.
- While dietista refers to a professional, the word dieta can describe the general eating habits of an entire population, such as the dieta mediterranea, without implying anyone is trying to lose weight.
Examples in context
- Il mio medico mi ha consigliato di consultare un dietista per perdere peso in modo sano.My doctor advised me to consult a dietician to lose weight in a healthy way.
- La mia dietista mi ha dato un nuovo piano alimentare.My dietician gave me a new meal plan.
- Cerco una dietista specializzata in sport.I am looking for a dietician specializing in sports.
- Vuoi parlare con la dietista per migliorare la tua dieta?Do you want to speak with the dietician to improve your diet?
Example conversation
Giulia and Matteo are talking about their health goals.
- GiuliaDevo cambiare la mia dieta, Matteo.I need to change my diet, Matteo.
- MatteoPerché non vai da un dietista?Why don't you go to a dietician?
- GiuliaSì, ne cercherò una bravo a Milano.Yes, I will look for a good one in Milan.
- MatteoFammi sapere come va la visita!Let me know how the visit goes!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries dietista, CC BY-SA 4.0.
