A2NounFeminine
la pentola
pot / saucepan
/PEN-toh-lah/
Plural: pentole
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What does ‘pentola’ mean in English?
Examples in Context
Riempi la pentola d'acqua salata e portala a ebollizione.
Fill the pot with salted water and bring it to the boil.
La pentola a pressione riduce i tempi di cottura.
The pressure cooker reduces cooking times.
About This Word
'La pentola a pressione' (pressure cooker) is widely used in Italian kitchens for legumes and stews.
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