Cosa
Thing
Language note: Often paired with 'che', e.g., 'Che cosa?' to mean 'What thing?'
Culture note: In conversation, expressing curiosity by asking 'cosa' is considered polite.
Context: You start thinking about your order.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Cosa
[KOH-sah]
thing
Refers to an object or an idea.
Che cosa vorresti ordinare?
What thing would you like to order?
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