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Italian word

appetito

appetite, hunger

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appetite

desire for food; a strong desire for something

⚠️ The trap

Very similar, but in Italian 'appetito' is used in the fixed phrase 'Buon appetito!' (said before eating, like 'Enjoy your meal!'). English lacks this exact social ritual — saying 'Good appetite!' sounds odd. Learn the Italian custom.

To say "desire for food; a strong desire for something" in Italian:

N/A (same meaning)

"appetito" in English means:

appetite, hunger

Example

"Buon appetito! Hai cucinato benissimo."

"Enjoy your meal! You cooked really well."

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