formaggio
cheese
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/forˈmaddʒo/
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Cultural Note
Italy has over 450 traditional cheeses, with 50+ holding DOP (Protected Designation of Origin) status. Putting Parmigiano on seafood pasta is a serious taboo -- it's considered a culinary crime. Each region fiercely defends its cheese traditions, from Sardinia's pecorino to Campania's mozzarella di bufala.
📝 Example Sentences
L'Italia produce centinaia di tipi di formaggio.
Italy produces hundreds of types of cheese.
Vuoi del formaggio grattugiato sulla pasta?
Do you want grated cheese on your pasta?
Il Parmigiano Reggiano e il re dei formaggi.
Parmigiano Reggiano is the king of cheeses.