How to Say "Essence" in Italian

essenza

/esˈsɛn.t͡sa/feminine

The English word 'essence' is translated into Italian as essenza.

essenza is a noun used to describe the inherent nature of something.

Meaning: inherent nature (noun)

How does it change in a sentence?

The noun essenza is feminine. When used with the definite article before a vowel, it becomes l'essenza.

The word is pronounced /esˈsɛn.tsa/. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

In an Italian perfumery, you might ask for an essenza to refer to a concentrated aromatic oil rather than a philosophical concept.
In certain Italian culinary contexts, essenza di… can be used to describe a highly refined, clear broth or liquid extract.
The term essenza can also refer to the 'soul' or 'character' of a person in poetic Italian literature.

Qual è l'essenza del sionismo?
What is the essence of Zionism?
This sentence is useful for asking about the essence of Zionism.
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Questa è l'essenza dell'Islam.
This is the essence of Islam.
This sentence is useful for describing the essence of Islam.
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Rifletto sull'essenza della vita.
I reflect on the essence of life.
This sentence is useful for expressing reflection on the essence of life.
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L'anima del libro
the essence of the book
La bellezza dell'opera risiede nella sua essenza.
The beauty of the artwork lies in its essence.
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Chiara and Lorenzo are discussing a new book.

Chiara

Ti piace l'essenza di questo racconto?
Do you like the essence of this story?
Lorenzo

Sì, è molto profonda.
Yes, it is very deep.
Chiara

Lorenzo, trovo che la trama sia semplice.
Lorenzo, I find the plot to be simple.
Lorenzo

La semplicità è la sua forza.
Simplicity is its strength.

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