bianco
white
Beginner Adjective Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈbjaŋ.ko/
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Cultural Note
Note the spelling change in the plural: bianco becomes bianchi (not bianci) to preserve the hard 'k' sound before 'i.' 'In bianco' in cooking means plain or without sauce, as in 'pasta in bianco.'
📝 Example Sentences
La neve è bianca.
The snow is white.
Preferisco il vino bianco.
I prefer white wine.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | bianche |
| masculine_plural | bianchi |
| feminine_singular | bianca |
| masculine_singular | bianco |