negroni
/neˈɡro.ni/masculine
negroni is the Italian word for a cocktail made from gin, Campari and vermouth.
The word refers to a specific classic cocktail composed of three ingredients: gin, Campari and vermouth.
Meaning: cocktail made from gin, Campari and vermouth (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
As a masculine noun, negroni is used with masculine articles. For example, you would say un negroni for a negroni. The plural form follows standard Italian masculine rules and is i negroni.
How do you pronounce it?
/neˈɡro.ni/. The word has 3 syllables and the stress is on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- A common variation called the Negroni Sbagliato means 'mistaken negroni', where prosecco is accidentally used instead of gin.
- While the drink is world-famous, the name is widely believed to have originated from a single request by Count Camillo Negroni in the early 20th century.
- In Italy, a negroni is typically enjoyed as an aperitivo to prepare the stomach for dinner. This differs from English speakers who might treat it as a strong cocktail for the end of the night.
Examples in context
- Vorrei un negroni, per favore.I would like a negroni, please.
- Il negroni è il mio cocktail preferito.The negroni is my favorite cocktail.
- Prendiamo un negroni per l'aperitivo?Shall we have a negroni for the aperitivo?
Example conversation
Chiara and Francesco are sitting at a bar in the evening.
- ChiaraFrancesco, prendiamo un negroni?Francesco, shall we have a negroni?
- FrancescoSì, ottima idea, Chiara.Yes, great idea, Chiara.
- ChiaraTi piace il sapore del Campari?Do you like the taste of Campari?
- FrancescoMolto, è perfetto per questo cocktail.Very much, it is perfect for this cocktail.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “negroni” translations and entries negroni, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
