aceto
/aˈt͡ʃe.to/masculine
The English word 'vinegar' is translated into Italian as aceto.
aceto is a noun used to refer to the acidic condiment. You can use it to specify different types, such as aceto balsamico for balsamic vinegar or aceto di mele for apple cider vinegar.
Meaning: condiment (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
aceto is a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has three syllables, with the stress on the second syllable: /aˈtʃe.to/.
Did you know?
- If you are talking about 'balsamic vinegar' in Italy, you must use the term aceto balsamico di Modena to ensure you are talking about the authentic, protected product.
- In traditional Italian household tips, aceto is often mentioned as a cleaning agent for windows, not just as a food ingredient.
- The word aceto is derived from the Latin acētum, which comes from the root for 'sharp' or 'sour'.
Examples in context
- L'aceto è un acido.Vinegar is an acid.This sentence is useful for stating that aceto is an acid.Tatoeba #13474689 by Guybrush88, translation #7733773 by CK
- L'aceto è in frigo.The vinegar is in the fridge.This sentence is useful for describing the location of the aceto.Tatoeba #13474696 by Guybrush88, translation #8373987 by Amastan
- Non mi piace l'aceto.I don't like vinegar.This sentence is useful for expressing a dislike for aceto.Tatoeba #13474692 by Guybrush88, translation #10526992 by mollydot
- Per cortesia, potrebbe passarmi l'aceto?Could you please pass me the vinegar?
- Il condimento richiede aceto di vino rosso.The dressing requires red wine vinegar.
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Example conversation
Alessandro and Giulia are preparing a salad in the kitchen.
- AlessandroGiulia, hai dell'aceto?Giulia, do you have some vinegar?
- GiuliaSì, è nel mobile della cucina.Yes, it is in the kitchen cabinet.
- AlessandroGrazie, ne metto un po' nell'insalata.Thanks, I'll put a little in the salad.
- GiuliaOttima idea, Alessandro.Great idea, Alessandro.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “vinegar” translations and entries aceto, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries aceto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
