Da mangiare
To eat
Language note: Literally translates to 'for eating'.
Culture note: Offering food is a sign of hospitality in Italy.
Context: The barista asks if you want a snack with your coffee.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Da
[da]
to eat
Indicates something that can be consumed as food.
Ho portato un panino da mangiare.
I brought a sandwich to eat.
mangiare
[man-JA-re]
eat
The act of consuming food.
Mangiare un buon dolce è sempre piacevole.
Eating a good dessert is always pleasant.
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