fetta
/ˈfet.ta/
The Italian word for slice is fetta.
To say 'a slice of [something]', use the construction una fetta di followed by the noun.
Meaning: to cut into slices (verb)
Which one should you use?
trancio can also be used to mean a thin, broad piece cut off.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of fetta is fette.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /ˈfet.ta/. It has two syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- The word fetta may be a distant relative of the English word 'fix', tracing back to the Latin verb 'findere', which means 'to split'.
- While fetta is used for cake or bread, Italians use trancio specifically for a wedge of pizza cut from a larger rectangular tray, known as 'pizza al taglio'.
- In Italian, fetta is used to describe a 'slice' of time or life in the expression una fetta di vita, which translates to 'a slice of life'.
Examples in context
- Vuoi una fetta di pizza?Do you want a slice of pizza?This sentence is useful for asking if someone wants a slice of pizza using fetta.Tatoeba #5962399 by Valdast, translation #5961653 by mailohilohi
- Vuoi una fetta di torta?Do you want a slice of cake?This sentence is useful for asking if someone wants a slice of cake using fetta.Tatoeba #8147744 by Guybrush88, translation #5948270 by mailohilohi
- Dammi una fetta di pizza.Give me a slice of pizza.This sentence is useful for requesting a slice of pizza using fetta.Tatoeba #11096424 by Guybrush88, translation #9358972 by CK
- Vorrei un'ottima fetta di torta di mele, per favore.I would like an excellent slice of apple pie, please.
- Ho mangiato una fettona di pizza deliziosa ieri sera!I had a delicious big slice of pizza last night!
- Desidero un trancio di pesce alla griglia.I would like a slice of grilled fish.
- 77 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Alessandro and Giulia are preparing a snack in the kitchen.
- AlessandroPuoi fetta il pane per me?Can you slice the bread for me?
- GiuliaSì, lo faccio subito.Yes, I'll do it right away.
- AlessandroPuoi fetta anche il formaggio?Can you slice the cheese too?
- GiuliaCerto, Alessandro, porto tutto in tavola.Sure, Alessandro, I'll bring everything to the table.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry fetta, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries fetta, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
