Arancini

Pronunciation: /ˌærənˈtʃiːni/

Definitions of arancini

noun a type of Italian rice ball typically filled with meat, cheese, and peas

Example Sentences

A1 I tried arancini for the first time and I loved them.

A2 Arancini are traditional Italian rice balls filled with cheese or meat.

B1 The arancini at that restaurant are famous for being delicious.

B2 I learned how to make arancini from my Italian grandmother.

C1 The chef's arancini recipe is a closely guarded secret.

C2 The arancini served at the Michelin-starred restaurant were exquisite.

Examples of arancini in a Sentence

formal Arancini are traditional Italian rice balls filled with cheese, meat, and peas, then coated in breadcrumbs and fried.

informal I can't resist ordering arancini whenever I see them on the menu at an Italian restaurant.

slang Those arancini are bomb - you have to try them!

figurative The arancini of knowledge and experience are what shape us into who we are today.

Grammatical Forms of arancini

• plural: arancini
• present tense: arancino
• singular: arancino
• infinitive: arancinare
• gerund: arancinando
• participle: arancinato

Origin and Evolution of arancini

First Known Use: 0010 year

Language of Origin: Italian

Story behind the word: The word 'arancini' originates from Italian cuisine.

Evolution of the word: The word 'arancini' is derived from the Italian word 'arancia', meaning orange, due to the round shape and color of the dish resembling an orange. Over time, the term has come to specifically refer to the fried rice balls filled with cheese, meat, or vegetables that are a popular Italian snack or street food.