Buon appetito!
Enjoy your meal!
Language note: A common expression used before meals to wish others a good eating experience.
Culture note: Saying 'buon appetito' is a tradition before eating, fostering a sense of community and respect for food.
Context: The staff wishes you an enjoyable meal.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Buon
[bwohn]
Good appetite!
A phrase wishing someone an enjoyable meal.
Prima di mangiare, diciamo 'Buon appetito!'
Before eating, we say 'Buon appetito!'
appetito
[ah-peh-TEE-toh]
appetite
The natural desire for food.
Hai un buon appetito per questi biscotti?
Do you have a good appetite for these biscuits?
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