Nduja

Pronunciation: /nˈduːjə/

Definitions of nduja

noun a type of spicy spreadable pork sausage from Italy

Example Sentences

A1 I tried a new type of spicy sausage called 'nduja.'

A2 My Italian friend recommended adding 'nduja' to pasta for extra flavor.

B1 The 'nduja' spread on the bread gave the appetizer a delicious kick.

B2 The chef used 'nduja' in the sauce to give the dish a bold and spicy flavor.

C1 The 'nduja' from Calabria is known for its intense heat and rich flavor profile.

C2 The gourmet pizza was topped with 'nduja' and fresh mozzarella, creating a perfect balance of flavors.

Examples of nduja in a Sentence

formal The chef used 'nduja, a spicy spreadable pork sausage, as a key ingredient in his pasta dish.

informal I tried 'nduja for the first time at the local Italian deli and it was so delicious!

slang Have you ever had 'nduja on pizza? It's bomb!

figurative Her words were like 'nduja, spreading quickly and leaving a fiery impact on everyone around her.

Grammatical Forms of nduja

• past tense: enjoyed
• plural: ndujas
• comparative: more nduja
• superlative: most nduja
• present tense: enjoy
• future tense: will enjoy
• perfect tense: have enjoyed
• continuous tense: is enjoying
• singular: nduja
• positive degree: nduja
• infinitive: to enjoy
• gerund: enjoying
• participle: enjoyed

Origin and Evolution of nduja

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Calabrian dialect

Story behind the word: The word 'nduja' originates from the Calabrian dialect in Southern Italy.

Evolution of the word: Originally referring to a spicy spreadable pork sausage, 'nduja' has evolved to also describe a paste made from pork, fat, and hot peppers.