gnocchi
What is another word for gnocchi? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Small, soft dumplings made from potato or semolina, typically served with a sauce.
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How to use gnocchi
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
potato gnocchi
gnocchi with sauce
homemade gnocchi
Etymology
From Italian gnocchi, the plural of gnocco ("lump"), related to a word for a knot or knuckle in wood — the dumplings are named for their small, knobbly shape.
Full origin of gnocchi →Frequently asked questions
What does “gnocchi” mean?
The word “gnocchi” means small, soft dumplings made from potato or semolina, typically served with a sauce. In plain terms, soft little potato or flour dumplings, an Italian pasta alternative.
How do you pronounce “gnocchi”?
“Gnocchi” is pronounced NYO-kee (/ˈnjoʊ.ki/ in IPA).
How do you use “gnocchi” in a sentence?
Here is “gnocchi” used in a sentence: “We ordered gnocchi with a simple sage and butter sauce.”
What part of speech is “gnocchi”?
“Gnocchi” is a noun.
Where does the word “gnocchi” come from?
The word “gnocchi” comes from Italian. From Italian gnocchi, the plural of gnocco ("lump"), related to a word for a knot or knuckle in wood — the dumplings are named for their small, knobbly shape.
