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pecorino

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /pɛkəˈriːnoʊ/

KK: /pɛkəˈriːnoʊ/

noun
Definition

A type of cheese that comes from Italy and is made from the milk of sheep.


Example

I love adding grated pecorino to my pasta dishes for extra flavor.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried pecorino cheese?
Sloth B
Yes, I love it! It's so rich and flavorful.
Sloth A
I had some on pasta the other day, and it was amazing.
Sloth B
That sounds delicious! Pecorino really elevates a dish.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cheese
feta
ricotta
Antonyms
vinegar
sourness
bitterness
Root Explanation

Pecorino → The word comes from the Italian word 'pecora' (meaning sheep), which is derived from Latin 'pecora' (meaning livestock or sheep). Pecorino refers to cheese made from sheep's milk.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pecora' meaning sheep, and remember that pecorino is a cheese made from sheep's milk.

Visually Confused Words
peorian
jecorin
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