pane
bread
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈpaːne/
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Cultural Note
Italian bread varies enormously by region. Tuscan pane sciocco (unsalted bread) dates back to a medieval salt tax dispute with the Pope. 'Fare la scarpetta' -- using bread to mop up sauce from the plate -- is informal but beloved. Bread is almost always served at meals, and wasting it is considered disrespectful.
📝 Example Sentences
Il pane fresco e irresistibile.
Fresh bread is irresistible.
In Toscana il pane si fa senza sale.
In Tuscany bread is made without salt.
Fare la scarpetta con il pane e un piacere.
Mopping up sauce with bread is a pleasure.