Granita: meaning, definitions and examples

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granita

 

[ ษกrษ™หˆniหtษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dessert, beverage

Granita is a semi-frozen dessert originating from Italy, made with sugar, water, and various flavorings such as fruit or coffee. It is typically coarser than sorbet and is often served as a light refreshment or after a meal. The texture is achieved by scraping the mixture while it freezes, creating a crystalline and grainy consistency. Granita can be enjoyed on its own or used as a palate cleanser between courses at a meal.

Synonyms

frozen dessert, ice, sorbet

Examples of usage

  • I had a refreshing lemon granita on a hot summer day.
  • Granita is a popular choice at Italian cafes.
  • You can make granita with any fruit you like.

Translations

Translations of the word "granita" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น granita

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅเคฐเฅ‡เคจเคฟเคŸเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Granita

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ granita

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั€ะฐะฝะธั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ granita

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฐใƒฉใƒ‹ใƒผใ‚ฟ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท granita

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ granita

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท granita

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ทธ๋ผ๋‹ˆํƒ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุฑุงู†ูŠุชุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ granita

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ granita

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ†ฐๆฒ™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ granita

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ granita

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณั€ะฐะฝะธั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒขแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ granita

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ granita

Etymology

The word 'granita' comes from the Italian term for 'grated,' reflecting the method of preparation for this dessert. Granita likely originated in Sicily, where ice and snow were harvested from the mountains and sweetened with fruit syrups. Over time, recipes evolved, and various flavors emerged, influenced by local fruits and culinary traditions. Granita is a staple in Sicilian cuisine and has spread throughout Italy and beyond, becoming a beloved treat in many warm climates. Its simplicity and refreshing nature make it a popular choice during the hot summer months, embodying the Italian spirit of enjoying life through food.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,497, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.