How to Say ‘Ham’ in Italian
Prosciutto
proh-SHOO-toh
[proh-SHOO-toh]
💬 Usage Tip: A quintessential Italian meat, often paired with cheese.
🇮🇹 In Italy: Prosciutto crudo is a delicacy in Italy, frequently enjoyed on its own or in panini.
Phrase Breakdown
Prosciutto
[proh-SHOO-toh]
Ham
Prosciutto is an Italian dry-cured ham, thinly sliced and served uncooked.
Ho comprato del prosciutto per fare un panino.
I bought some ham to make a sandwich.
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