waffle
The Italian word for 'waffles' is waffle.
This term refers to a leavened batter cake cooked between two patterned plates.
Did you know?
- While waffle is the standard term, you might see gaufre on high-end dessert menus in Italy, as the French term is often used to denote a more artisanal style.
- If you order 'waffle' in an Italian café, you might receive a thin, crispy wafer rather than a thick, fluffy one. In many Italian contexts, the English loanword refers to the lighter, more delicate version often found in gelato shops.
- While the English word is used, you might see 'cialda' in a bakery window. This Italian word refers to a thin, wafer-like biscuit and is the linguistic root for many crisp, patterned treats across Italy.
Examples in context
- Ho preparato dei waffles.I made waffles.This sentence is useful for describing something you have prepared using the form waffle.Tatoeba #10206550 by Guybrush88, translation #10101831 by ddnktr
- Vuoi un waffle con lo sciroppo?Do you want a waffle with syrup?
- Questo waffle è molto soffice.This waffle is very fluffy.
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Example conversation
A couple is having breakfast together in their kitchen.
- GiuliaFrancesco, ti piace questo waffle?Francesco, do you like this waffle?
- FrancescoSì Giulia, è davvero buono.Yes Giulia, it is really good.
- GiuliaNe vuoi un altro?Do you want another one?
- FrancescoSì, grazie mille!Yes, thanks a lot!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
