barattolo di vetro
/baˈrat.to.lo di ˈve.tro/word by word
The English phrase "mason jar" is translated into Italian as barattolo di vetro.
A barattolo di vetro is a glass jar, typically one with a screw top used for preserving food.
Meaning: glass jar with a screw top, often used for preserving food (noun)
Which one should you use?
While barattolo di vetro is the standard term, you might use vasetto di vetro if the jar is small, such as those used for spices or jam. For a more precise or formal description of a mason jar's airtight seal, you can use barattolo di vetro con chiusura ermetica.
How do you pronounce it?
It has 6 syllables, with the stress on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- In Italy, a barattolo di vetro is often associated with the tradition of sott'olio, where vegetables are preserved in oil rather than vinegar or brine.
- The word barattolo is potentially related to the French word baratte, which refers to a butter churn, linking your kitchen jar to the history of dairy production.
- Italians use the diminutive vasetto to describe small jars, but this can also be used affectionately to describe a small, cute person or object.
Examples in context
- Ho comprato un barattolo di vetro con chiusura ermetica per conservare le mie marmellate fatte in casa.I bought a mason jar to store my homemade jams and preserves.
- Ho comprato un barattolo di vetro per la marmellata.I bought a glass jar for the jam.
- Metti le nocciole in quel barattolo di vetro.Put the hazelnuts in that glass jar.
- Questo barattolo di vetro è troppo grande per il frigorifero.This glass jar is too big for the fridge.
Example conversation
Giulia and Matteo are in the kitchen preparing homemade preserves.
- MatteoGiulia, hai un barattolo di vetro pulito?Giulia, do you have a clean glass jar?
- GiuliaSì, ne ho uno sul ripiano alto.Yes, I have one on the top shelf.
- MatteoPerfetto, lo uso per le fragole.Perfect, I'll use it for the strawberries.
- GiuliaOttima idea, Matteo!Great idea, Matteo!
