A1 — Beginnernoun
zuppa
soup
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
minestrabrodovellutataminestrone
Usage note
'Zuppa' is thicker than 'brodo' (broth) and often includes bread soaked in it. 'O si mangia questa minestra o si salta dalla finestra' = take it or leave it (Italian proverb).
Example
"In inverno mi piace molto la zuppa di lenticchie."
"In winter I really like lentil soup."
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