Foreign Words Flashcards
(20 cards)
What is a volcano?
A mountain or hill with a crater or vent through which lava, rock fragments, hot vapor, and gas erupt from the earth’s crust.
Entered English in the 17th century from the Italian word ‘vulcano.’
What does lava refer to?
Hot molten rock erupted from a volcano.
Derived from the Neapolitan dialect in the 18th century.
Define influenza.
A contagious viral infection of the respiratory passages, often abbreviated to ‘flu.’
Entered English in the 18th century after an influenza epidemic in Italy.
What does the term fiasco mean?
A complete failure, often in a dramatic or embarrassing sense.
Entered English in the 19th century.
What is a finale?
The last part of a piece of music or event.
Entered English in the mid-18th century.
What is a scenario?
A written outline of the plot and scenes of a novel, film, or stage work; it can also mean a postulated sequence of events.
Entered English in the late 19th century.
What does solo mean in a musical context?
For or done by one person alone; a musical or dance performance for one performer.
Entered English in the late 17th century.
Define opera.
A dramatic work in one or more acts, set to music for singers and instrumentalists.
Entered English in the mid-17th century.
What does al dente refer to in cooking?
The ideal texture of pasta, which should be firm to the bite.
An Italian culinary term.
What is antipasto?
An appetizer or starter course.
Derived from Latin ‘anti’ (before).
What is bruschetta?
Toasted bread with toppings.
From the Italian ‘bruscare’ meaning to toast.
What is a cappuccino?
A coffee with steamed milk and foam.
Named for its color resemblance to Capuchin robes.
Define espresso.
A strong coffee made by forcing steam through ground coffee beans.
What is gelato?
Italian-style ice cream, known for its dense and creamy texture.
What is a panini?
A type of sandwich made with Italian bread, usually grilled.
What is pasta?
A staple of Italian cuisine, made from dough of durum wheat and water, formed into various shapes.
What is pizza?
A dish of Italian origin consisting of a flat, round base of dough baked with a topping of tomatoes and cheese, typically with added meat or vegetables.
Define risotto.
An Italian dish of rice cooked in broth to a creamy consistency, often with added ingredients like meat, seafood, or vegetables.
What is tiramisu?
A popular Italian dessert made of layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cheese, dusted with cocoa powder.
What does villa refer to?
A large and luxurious country house in Italy.
