ho un'allergia alla frutta a guscio
The English phrase "I have a nut allergy" is translated into Italian as ho un'allergia alla frutta a guscio.
This phrase is used to inform others that you are allergic to nuts. You can also use the phrase Ho un'allergia alle noci to express the same meaning.
What does it mean word for word?
The term frutta a guscio is the standard way to refer to nuts in a culinary or medical context, and it literally translates to "shell fruit".
Which one should you use?
While ho un'allergia alla frutta a guscio is the default, you can also use an alternative structure with the verb 'to be'. If you are male, you can say sono allergico alla frutta a guscio and if you are female, you say sono allergica alla frutta a guscio. Alternatively, you can say Sono allergico/a alle noci.
Did you know?
- While noci is the general word for nuts, it specifically refers to walnuts in many contexts, which could lead to confusion if you are allergic to other nuts.
- In medical emergencies, an Italian person might use the word shock to describe the reaction, as it is a commonly used loanword from English.
- The word guscio refers to the hard outer shell, a concept that might be linked to the Ancient Greek word kústion, meaning a small vessel or shell.
Examples in context
- Buonasera! Ho un'allergia alle noci, per favore assicuratevi che il mio piatto non contenga noci.Good evening! I have a nut allergy, please make sure my dish doesn't contain any nuts.
- Mi raccomando, ho un'allergia alla frutta a guscio.Please remember, I have a nut allergy.
- Devo stare attenta perché ho un'allergia alla frutta a guscio.I have to be careful because I have a nut allergy.
Example conversation
Matteo and Martina are ordering food at a restaurant.
- MatteoPosso avere un menu senza noci?Can I have a menu without nuts?
- MartinaCertamente, è per un motivo particolare?Certainly, is it for a particular reason?
- MatteoSì, ho un'allergia alla frutta a guscio.Yes, I have a nut allergy.
- MartinaNessun problema, avviserò subito lo chef.No problem, I will inform the chef immediately.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries a, frutta, guscio, CC BY-SA 4.0.
