panna
cream
In Italian, 'panna' is the term used for cream. It is often used in cooking and baking, as well as in the preparation of coffee drinks. For example, 'caffè con panna' refers to coffee with whipped cream.
Example sentences using: panna
Mia mamma ha preparato la pasta con la panna
My mom prepared pasta with cream
This sentence refers to a situation where someone's mother has prepared a type of pasta dish that includes cream as one of its ingredients. This is common in Italian cuisine where dairy products like cream, known as 'panna' in Italian, are often included in pasta dishes.
Mi piace il gelato alla panna
I like cream ice cream
This sentence refers to the person's preference for cream-flavored ice cream. The phrase 'gelato alla panna' translates literally to 'ice cream to the cream', but in English, we would commonly say 'cream ice cream'. Cream or 'panna' is a popular flavor in Italian ice cream.
Vorrei un caffè con panna, per favore
I would like a coffee with cream, please
This sentence is typically used in the context of ordering at a café or restaurant. The customer is requesting a coffee with cream, also known as 'caffè con panna' in Italian. 'Panna' or cream is often added to coffee in Italy to reduce its bitterness and add richness.