noun

amaro

uh-MAH-roh

Amaro (noun) means a bittersweet Italian herbal liqueur, typically drunk after a meal to aid digestion. Example: “The waiter brought out an amaro to finish the meal.”

noun

A bittersweet Italian herbal liqueur, typically drunk after a meal to aid digestion.

"The waiter brought out an amaro to finish the meal."

"She keeps a bottle of amaro for after dinner."

How to Use Amaro

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA bitter Italian after-dinner liqueur made from herbs, roots, and spices.

Common pairings

a shot of amaro sip an amaro amaro on ice

Word Forms

amari plural, amaros plural, Amaros plural, Amaros plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Italian amaro, "bitter" — a nod to the drink's sharp, herbal flavour.

Origin: Italian

Rhymes for amaro

faro Caro taro Paro Saro claro Charo amparo Figaro Gennaro Kilimanjaro

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “amaro” mean?

The word “amaro” means a bittersweet Italian herbal liqueur, typically drunk after a meal to aid digestion. In plain terms, a bitter Italian after-dinner liqueur made from herbs, roots, and spices.

How do you pronounce “amaro”?

“Amaro” is pronounced uh-MAH-roh (/əˈmɑɹoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “amaro” in a sentence?

Here is “amaro” used in a sentence: “The waiter brought out an amaro to finish the meal.”

What part of speech is “amaro”?

“Amaro” is a noun.

Where does the word “amaro” come from?

The word “amaro” comes from Italian. Borrowed from Italian amaro, "bitter" — a nod to the drink's sharp, herbal flavour.

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