noun

Chianti

kih-ANTIH

Chianti (noun) means a dry red wine traditionally made in the Chianti region of Tuscany, Italy. Example: “They ordered a bottle of chianti to go with the pasta.”

noun

A dry red wine traditionally made in the Chianti region of Tuscany, Italy.

"They ordered a bottle of chianti to go with the pasta."

"Good chianti pairs well with tomato-based Italian dishes."

How to use Chianti

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA classic Italian red wine, named after the region it comes from.

Common pairings

a bottle of chianti chianti classico

Word forms

Chiantis plural

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Etymology

Named after Chianti, the hilly wine-producing region of Tuscany; the place name itself likely traces back to an ancient Etruscan word.

Rhymes for Chianti

anti Santi shanti Avanti

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Chianti” mean?

The word “Chianti” means a dry red wine traditionally made in the Chianti region of Tuscany, Italy. In plain terms, a classic Italian red wine, named after the region it comes from.

How do you pronounce “Chianti”?

“Chianti” is pronounced kih-ANTIH (/kiˈɑnti/ in IPA).

How do you use “Chianti” in a sentence?

Here is “Chianti” used in a sentence: “They ordered a bottle of chianti to go with the pasta.”

What part of speech is “Chianti”?

“Chianti” is a noun.

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