Definition

A type of pasta that is shaped like large tubes and is usually filled with ingredients like meat, vegetables, or cheese, then baked in a sauce.

Example

We made cannelloni filled with spinach and ricotta for dinner.

Conversation

Have you ever tried cannelloni before?

Yes, I had it at that Italian restaurant last week!

What did you think of the filling in the cannelloni?

It was amazing; I loved the cheesy flavor!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cannelloni comes from the Italian word 'canno' (meaning tube) with the suffix '-oni' (a diminutive suffix in Italian). The word refers to large pasta tubes that are typically filled with various ingredients.

Memory Tip

Think of 'canno' meaning tube, which helps you remember that cannelloni are large pasta tubes filled with delicious fillings.

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