padella

Meanings

• noun

  A type of Italian flat pasta, similar to pancakes, which is cooked in broth or other liquids.

  - "La padella di pasta è cotta in brodo."
  - "The padella of pasta is cooked in broth."

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Variants

List of all variants of padella that leads to same result
paddle , paddles , paddled , paddling , paddle tennis , paddle tennises , paddle wheel , paddle wheels , paddle wheeler , dog paddle , dog paddles , dog-paddle , dog-paddled , dog-paddles , dog-paddling

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Etymology

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Derived from the Italian word 'padella' which means 'pan' or 'plate' due to the flat shape of the pasta.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'padella' is also used in the name of a type of frying pan in Italian cuisine.

2. The padella pasta dish is a popular choice for large gatherings and celebrations in Italy.

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Related Concepts

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1. pastella: A type of Italian cake made with almonds and honey.

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Culture

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The padella is a popular dish in Italian cuisine, particularly in the Lombardy region. It is often served with a ragù or other sauces. In literature, the padella is mentioned in Dante's Divine Comedy.

How to Memorize "padella"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, flat pan or plate used for cooking pasta. The pasta is thin and pancake-like, and is cooked in a flavorful broth or sauce.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'padella' with 'pasta' and 'cooking' to remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Pasta in a Pan' to remember the meaning of 'padella'.

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