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A2nounfemminile

lazucchina

courgette / zucchini

Plural

zucchine

Pronunciation

dzook-KEE-nah

About this word

Zucchina (or zucchino — both forms are used in different regions) is one of Italy's most versatile summer vegetables, used in pasta, frittate, soups, and stuffed dishes.

Examples

Taglio le zucchine a rondelle e le salto in padella.

I slice the courgettes into rounds and sauté them in the pan.

La frittata di zucchine è un pranzo leggero e gustoso.

Courgette omelette is a light and tasty lunch.

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