akullore
/akuˈɫoɾe/feminine
The English phrase "ice cream" is akullore in Albanian.
Meaning: dessert (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /akuˈɫoɾe/.
Did you know?
- The word akullore likely entered the language as a semantic loan from the Italian word gelato, reflecting Italy's deep historical influence on Albanian cuisine.
- Traditional Albanian desserts often use honey and nuts, making the chilled akullore a distinct contrast to the country's heavier, syrup-based sweets.
- While English speakers say 'ice cream', an Albanian speaker literally describes the substance as 'icy-ness' or 'the icy thing'.
Examples in context
- Do të dëshironit diçka tjetër, zonjë? Mozzarella ose një akullore?Would you like something else, ma'am? Mozzarella or an ice cream?
- A ka ndonjë akullorje afër këtu?Is there an ice cream parlor nearby?
- Një akullore, ju lutemOne ice cream, please
- Mund të provoj një shije tradicionale shqiptare?Can I try a traditional Albanian flavor?
- Unë dua një akullore.I want an ice cream.
Example conversation
Alban and Arjana are deciding on a dessert at a cafe.
- AlbanÇfarë do të porositësh?What will you order?
- ArjanaUnë do të marr një akullore.I will have an ice cream.
- AlbanA do akullore me fruta?Do you want fruit ice cream?
- ArjanaPo, ju lutem.Yes, please.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “ice cream” translations and entries akullore, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries akullore, CC BY-SA 4.0.
