eggplant

The Italian word 'melanzana' refers to the vegetable known as eggplant in English. It is commonly used in Italian cuisine, particularly in dishes such as 'parmigiana di melanzane' (eggplant parmesan) and 'melanzane alla griglia' (grilled eggplant). The word can be used in both singular and plural forms, where 'melanzane' refers to multiple eggplants.