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A2nounmaschile

ilsorbetto

sorbet

Plural

sorbetti

Pronunciation

sor-BET-toh

About this word

In formal Italian dining, a small lemon or prosecco sorbetto was traditionally served between courses as a palate cleanser (intermezzo). It is also served as a dessert or after-dinner treat.

Examples

Prendo un sorbetto al limone tra il primo e il secondo.

I have a lemon sorbet between the first and main course.

Il sorbetto è un gelato senza latte, fatto con frutta e zucchero.

Sorbet is ice cream without milk, made with fruit and sugar.

Related Words

gelatogranitadolceintermezzofrutta