cibo molto buono
/ˈt͡ʃi.bo ˈmol.to ˈbwɔ.no/word by word
The English phrase "very good food" is translated into Italian as cibo molto buono.
cibo molto buono is used to describe food that tastes high in quality or is very pleasant to eat.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of cibo (food), molto (very) and buono (good).
Which one should you use?
While cibo molto buono is a standard way to express the idea, you can also use ottimo cibo to specifically communicate that the food is excellent or superb.
How does it change in a sentence?
Because cibo is a masculine noun, the adjective buono must also be in the masculine singular form. Therefore, do not use the feminine form cibo molto buona.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈtʃi.bo ˈmol.to ˈbwɔ.no/. The word has 6 syllables and the stress is on the 1st syllable.
Did you know?
- The word cibo is a linguistic cousin to the Spanish word cebo, but they have drifted apart in meaning. While the Italian word refers to 'food', the Spanish version refers to 'bait'.
- In Italy, praising a meal as cibo molto buono while eating is uncommon. Instead, Italians typically say è buono or buonissimo to describe the taste in the moment.
- The word buono has a dual purpose in Italian. Beyond describing the taste of a meal, it is also used to describe a person with a kind or pleasant character.
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Giulia are eating at a new bistro.
- LorenzoTi piace questo piatto, Giulia?Do you like this dish, Giulia?
- GiuliaSì, è davvero cibo molto buono!Yes, it is really very good food!
- LorenzoHai ragione, è delizioso.You are right, it is delicious.
- GiuliaDobbiamo tornare qui presto.We must come back here soon.
