gnocchi
Translation
gnocchi
Examples
We had gnocchi with a tomato sauce for dinner.
We had gnocchi with a tomato sauce for dinner.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) a type of Italian pasta dumpling We had gnocchi with a tomato sauce for dinner.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dumpling, pasta
Etymology
From Italian, plural of 'gnocco' meaning 'lump'. The 'g' is silent.
Memory Tips
Pronounced 'NYOK-ee'. The 'g' is silent. Think of 'knocking' on a door to get some gnocchi.