Aperitif

Pronunciation: /æpəˈriːtɪf/

Definitions of aperitif

noun a small alcoholic drink taken before a meal to stimulate the appetite

Example Sentences

A1 I enjoy having a small aperitif before dinner.

A2 In France, it is common to have an aperitif with friends before a meal.

B1 The bartender recommended trying the local aperitif made with herbs.

B2 During the cocktail party, guests were served a variety of aperitifs.

C1 The sommelier suggested pairing the appetizers with a dry aperitif to enhance the flavors.

C2 As a connoisseur of fine drinks, he always seeks out rare and unique aperitifs to try.

Examples of aperitif in a Sentence

formal Before dinner, it is customary to serve an aperitif to stimulate the appetite.

informal Let's grab a quick aperitif before heading to the restaurant.

slang I'm craving an aperitif right now, wanna join me?

figurative Reading a good book is like having an aperitif for the mind.

Grammatical Forms of aperitif

• plural: aperitifs
• comparative: more aperitif
• superlative: most aperitif
• present tense: enjoys
• future tense: will enjoy
• perfect tense: has enjoyed
• continuous tense: is enjoying
• singular: aperitif
• positive degree: aperitif
• infinitive: to aperitif
• gerund: aperitifing
• participle: aperitifed

Origin and Evolution of aperitif

First Known Use: 1786 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'aperitif' originates from the Latin word 'aperire' which means 'to open'. It refers to a drink consumed before a meal to stimulate the appetite.

Evolution of the word: The term 'aperitif' has retained its original meaning of a pre-meal drink to stimulate the appetite. It has become widely used in the context of dining and social gatherings, often associated with cocktails or fortified wines.