Ho un'allergia alle arachidi
To say "I have a peanut allergy" in Italian, use Ho un'allergia alle arachidi.
This phrase is used to inform others that eating peanuts causes an allergic reaction.
Did you know?
- In Italy, arachidi specifically refers to peanuts, but you may see the word noccioline on snack packaging, which literally means 'little hazelnuts'.
- In a restaurant, you might hear the term contaminazione crociata when asking about traces of peanuts, which translates to 'cross-contamination'.
- When checking ingredients, look for the word tracce di which means 'traces of', a common way to warn about peanuts in processed foods.
Examples in context
- Ho un'allergia alle arachidi molto grave.I have a very severe peanut allergy.
- Attenzione, ho un'allergia alle arachidi.Watch out, I have a peanut allergy.
- Scusi, ho un'allergia alle arachidi, può controllare?Excuse me, I have a peanut allergy, can you check?
Example conversation
Giulia and Lorenzo are ordering food at a restaurant.
- GiuliaLorenzo, guarda questo dolce alle arachidi!Lorenzo, look at this peanut dessert!
- LorenzoSembra ottimo, vuoi provarlo, Giulia?It looks great, do you want to try it, Giulia?
- GiuliaNo, non posso, ho un'allergia alle arachidi.No, I can't, I have a peanut allergy.
- LorenzoHai ragione, scegliamo un altro dolce.You're right, let's choose another dessert.
