Il cibo
Example: Il cibo sulla tavola è molto buono oggi.
Definition
"Il cibo" refers to food in general, encompassing all edible substances consumed to provide nutritional support for the body. It includes meals, snacks, and ingredients, and is essential for sustaining life and energy.
Etymology
The phrase "il cibo" comes from the Italian language, where "il" is the definite article meaning 'the' and "cibo" means food. The word "cibo" originates from the Latin word 'cibus,' which also meant food or nourishment. Did you know? The Latin 'cibus' is related to the verb 'cubare,' meaning to lie down, reflecting the connection between food and rest or sustenance.
Learn to use this word actively
"Il cibo" appears in the Vocaplus list "", containing 104 commonly used words.
Would you like to not only understand these words, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select Italian as the language you want to learn.
Create a free account
