pescetariano
The Italian word for pescatarian is pescetariano.
pescetariano is used to describe a person who does not eat meat but does eat fish.
How does it change in a sentence?
The feminine form is created by changing the final -o to -a, resulting in pescetariana. The masculine plural form is created by changing the final -o to -i, resulting in pescetariani.
When do people say it?
In informal settings, you can convey that you follow a pescatarian diet by saying Mangio solo pesce (I only eat fish).
Did you know?
- The word 'pescetariano' shares its root with 'pesca', which can mean 'fishing' but also means 'peach' in Italian. While the context usually prevents confusion, it is a curious linguistic overlap.
- While pescetariano is the official term, many Italians traditionally refer to this diet as di magro, meaning 'of lean'. This phrasing stems from ancient religious fasts where meat was considered 'fat' and fish 'lean'.
- The word pescetariano is frequently used as an adjective to describe a meal, such as un piatto pescetariano, whereas English typically uses 'pescatarian' as a noun for a person.
Examples in context
- Mi piace seguire una dieta sana. Anche io! Io sono pescatariano, quindi mangio pesce e verdure.I like to follow a healthy diet. Me too! I'm a pescatarian, so I eat fish and vegetables.
- Sono pescetariano.I am pescatarian.
- Sono pescetariano da due anni.I have been pescetarian for two years.
- Cerco un ristorante che abbia piatti per un pescetariano.I am looking for a restaurant that has dishes for a pescetarian.
Example conversation
Francesco and Giulia are deciding what to order at a restaurant.
- FrancescoVuoi ordinare la bistecca, Giulia?Do you want to order the steak, Giulia?
- GiuliaNo, sono pescetariano.No, I am a pescatarian.
- FrancescoAh, allora prendi il salmone.Ah, then have the salmon.
- GiuliaSì, scelgo quello!Yes, I'll choose that!
