gelato alla vaniglia
/d͡ʒeˈla.to ˈal.la vaˈniʎ.ʎa/word by word
The English phrase "vanilla ice cream" is translated into Italian as gelato alla vaniglia.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase gelato alla vaniglia literally translates to "ice cream in the style of vanilla" or "ice cream with vanilla".
How does it change in a sentence?
To make the phrase plural, change gelato to gelati to form gelati alla vaniglia.
Did you know?
- While English speakers use 'vanilla' to mean something 'plain' or 'ordinary', an Italian might use vaniglia strictly to describe the specific spice and flavor.
- The Italian word vaniglia was not borrowed directly from English or French, but from the Spanish word vainilla, which is a diminutive of vaina, meaning 'pod' or 'sheath'.
- In Italy, gelato is distinct from the English 'ice cream' because it is churned more slowly, incorporating less air and resulting in a denser texture.
Examples in context
- Amo il gelato alla vaniglia.I love vanilla ice cream.This sentence is useful for expressing your love for gelato alla vaniglia.Tatoeba #4304110 by Guybrush88, translation #1498963 by dracae
- Voglio un gelato alla vaniglia.I want a vanilla ice cream.This sentence is useful for stating that you want a gelato alla vaniglia.Tatoeba #1129770 by Guybrush88, translation #1129680 by CM
- Vorrei del gelato alla vaniglia.I'd like some vanilla ice cream.This sentence is useful for requesting some gelato alla vaniglia.Tatoeba #13427533 by Guybrush88, translation #12207351 by CK
- Vorrei ordinare un gelato alla vaniglia, per favore.I would like to order a vanilla ice cream, please.
- Voglio un gelato alla vaniglia, per favore.I want a vanilla ice cream, please.
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Example conversation
Two friends are choosing desserts at a gelateria.
- MatteoPrendo un gelato alla vaniglia.I will have a vanilla ice cream.
- GiuliaAnche per me un gelato alla vaniglia, grazie.A vanilla ice cream for me too, thanks.
- MatteoTi piace questo gusto, Giulia?Do you like this flavor, Giulia?
- GiuliaSì, è il mio preferito.Yes, it is my favorite.
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (gelato, alla, vaniglia) and can differ in connected speech.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries gelato, vaniglia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
