patata
potato
The word 'patata' is the Italian translation of the English word 'potato'. It is a versatile vegetable used in many Italian dishes, such as gnocchi, a traditional potato dumpling, and patate al forno, or baked potatoes. The word is pronounced similarly to its English counterpart, with emphasis on the second syllable.
Example sentences using: patata
La patata è un alimento molto versatile.
The potato is a very versatile food.
This sentence is straightforward. It simply states that potatoes can be used in many kinds of dishes. When speaking or writing about food, Italians often use the term 'versatile' to describe ingredients that can be used in a variety of recipes.
Ho piantato una patata nel mio giardino.
I planted a potato in my garden.
In this example, the speaker is talking about gardening and indicates that they have planted a potato in their garden. This use is common when discussing activities or hobbies related to gardening or farming.
Mi piace la zuppa di patate.
I like potato soup.
In this sentence, the speaker is expressing a personal preference. When stating what they like or dislike, Italians typically use the verb 'piace' (like) before the thing which is liked. In this case, it's 'la zuppa di patate' (potato soup).