Translation of Italian word "portata" to English
portata
/porˈta.ta/
How to use
The Italian noun 'portata' (feminine) denotes 'course (meal)' (Course (of meal), capacity). It typically takes the definite article 'la'. A typical usage pattern is 'Serviamo la seconda portata di carne appena pronta.' (We serve the second meat course as soon as ready.).
🇬🇧 English
course (meal)
Example
Il menu del matrimonio comprende ben cinque portate.
The wedding menu includes five courses.
Serviamo la seconda portata di carne appena pronta.
We serve the second meat course as soon as ready.
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- portata e contorno— course and side dish
- Serviamo la seconda portata di carne appena pronta.— We serve the second meat course as soon as ready.
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What does the Italian word "portata" mean?▼
The Italian word "portata" means "course (meal)" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Il menu del matrimonio comprende ben cinque portate." (which translates as "The wedding menu includes five courses.").
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