Italian word
dieta
diet (as prescribed by a doctor); also the general concept of diet
Looks like
diet
a weight-loss regimen; also general eating habits
⚠️ The trap
Both mean diet, but in Italian 'dieta' has a stronger medical connotation — a doctor prescribes it. 'Sono a dieta' (I'm on a diet) is common slang for trying to lose weight, but the word feels more clinical than in English.
To say "a weight-loss regimen; also general eating habits" in Italian:
regime alimentare (for eating habits)
"dieta" in English means:
diet (as prescribed by a doctor); also the general concept of diet
Example
"Il medico mi ha messo a dieta dopo i risultati delle analisi."
"The doctor put me on a diet after the test results."
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