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bocaccio

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //bəˈkɑːtʃoʊ//

KK: /bɔˈkɑːtʃoʊ/

noun
Definition

A type of large fish found in the Pacific Ocean, known for being edible and important for fishing markets.


Example

The chef prepared a delicious dish using bocaccio, a popular fish from the Pacific coast.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried bocaccio?
Sloth B
No, I haven't. What's it like?
Sloth A
It's a delicious type of rockfish from the Pacific.
Sloth B
Sounds great! I should look for it next time I go to the market.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
rockfish
fish
catch
Antonyms
Root Explanation

The word 'bocaccio' originates from Italian, specifically from the name of the 14th-century poet Giovanni Boccaccio, who is known for his work 'The Decameron'. The term is often used to refer to a style of storytelling or a collection of tales, reflecting Boccaccio's influence on literature.

Memory Tip

Think of Giovanni Boccaccio, the famous Italian poet, and remember that 'bocaccio' refers to a style of storytelling inspired by his works.

Visually Confused Words
braccio
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