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Il libro Solutions - Intermedio Superiore - Unità 6 - 6A

Qui troverai il vocabolario dell'Unità 6 - 6A nel libro di corso Solutions Upper-Intermediate, come "frizzante", "pollame", "frusta", ecc.

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Solutions - Upper-Intermediate
food
[sostantivo]

things that people and animals eat, such as meat or vegetables

cibo

cibo

Ex: They donated canned food to the local food bank.Hanno donato cibo in scatola alla banca del **cibo** locale.
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health
[sostantivo]

the general condition of a person's mind or body

salute

salute

Ex: He decided to take a break from work to focus on his health and well-being .Ha deciso di prendersi una pausa dal lavoro per concentrarsi sulla sua **salute** e benessere.
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dairy product
[sostantivo]

milk or foods that are made from milk, such as butter and cheese

prodotti lattiero-caseari

prodotti lattiero-caseari

Ex: Milk and cheese are both common dairy products consumed daily in many households .Il latte e il formaggio sono entrambi comuni **prodotti lattiero-caseari** consumati quotidianamente in molte famiglie.
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fizzy
[aggettivo]

(of drinks) carbonated and having bubbles of gas

frizzante

frizzante

Ex: The fizzy kombucha was a popular choice among health-conscious consumers for its probiotic benefits .Il kombucha **frizzante** era una scelta popolare tra i consumatori attenti alla salute per i suoi benefici probiotici.
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drink
[sostantivo]

any liquid that we can drink

bevanda, da bere

bevanda, da bere

Ex: The menu featured a variety of drinks, from cocktails to soft drinks .Il menu presentava una varietà di **bevande**, dai cocktail alle bibite analcoliche.
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poultry
[sostantivo]

turkeys, chickens, geese, ducks, etc. that are kept for their eggs and meat

pollame

pollame

Ex: He enjoys raising poultry in his backyard as a hobby .Gli piace allevare **pollame** nel suo cortile come hobby.
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processed
[aggettivo]

(of food) altered in some way from its original state through various methods such as canning, freezing, or adding preservatives

lavorato

lavorato

Ex: Fast food is typically processed, with many ingredients pre-cooked and packaged for convenience.Il fast food è tipicamente **lavorato**, con molti ingredienti precotti e confezionati per comodità.
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pulse
[sostantivo]

the edible seeds of some plants such as peas, lentils, etc.

leguminose

leguminose

Ex: The market sells a wide variety of dried pulses, including black beans and red lentils .Il mercato vende un'ampia varietà di **legumi** secchi, tra cui fagioli neri e lenticchie rosse.
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saturated fat
[sostantivo]

a type of dietary fat that is solid at room temperature and typically found in animal products such as meat and dairy, as well as in some plant-based oils like coconut and palm oil

grassi saturi

grassi saturi

Ex: Replacing saturated fat with unsaturated fat can help improve cholesterol levels .Sostituire i **grassi saturi** con grassi insaturi può aiutare a migliorare i livelli di colesterolo.
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whole grain
[sostantivo]

the entire kernel, providing more nutrients and fiber than processed grains

integrale

integrale

Ex: Snacks made from whole grains are more filling and nutritious .Gli spuntini a base di **cereali integrali** sono più sazianti e nutrienti.
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to reduce
[Verbo]

to make something smaller in amount, degree, price, etc.

ridurre

ridurre

Ex: The chef suggested using alternative ingredients to reduce the calorie content of the dish .Lo chef ha suggerito di utilizzare ingredienti alternativi per **ridurre** il contenuto calorico del piatto.
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to boost
[Verbo]

to increase or enhance the amount, level, or intensity of something

amplificare

amplificare

Ex: She boosts her productivity by organizing her tasks efficiently .Lei **aumenta** la sua produttività organizzando i suoi compiti in modo efficiente.
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to digest
[Verbo]

to break down food in the body and to absorb its nutrients and necessary substances

digerire

digerire

Ex: Digesting proteins involves the action of stomach acids .**Digerire** le proteine coinvolge l'azione degli acidi gastrici.
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to consume
[Verbo]

to use a supply of energy, fuel, etc.

consumare

consumare

Ex: Efficient appliances and lighting systems can significantly lower the amount of electricity consumed in homes .Elettrodomestici e sistemi di illuminazione efficienti possono ridurre significativamente la quantità di elettricità **consumata** nelle case.
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to produce
[Verbo]

to make something using raw materials or different components

produrre

produrre

Ex: Our company mainly produces goods for export .La nostra azienda **produce** principalmente beni per l'esportazione.
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to contain
[Verbo]

to have or hold something within or include something as a part of a larger entity or space

contenere

contenere

Ex: The container contains a mixture of sand and salt , ready for use .Il contenitore **contiene** una miscela di sabbia e sale, pronto per l'uso.
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to burn
[Verbo]

to be on fire and be destroyed by it

bruciare, ardere

bruciare, ardere

Ex: The dry leaves in the yard easily burned when a small flame touched them .Le foglie secche nel cortile **bruciarono** facilmente quando una piccola fiamma le toccò.
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to control
[Verbo]

to have power over a person, company, country, etc. and to decide how things should be done

conrollare

conrollare

Ex: Political leaders strive to control policies that impact the welfare of the citizens .I leader politici si sforzano di **controllare** le politiche che influenzano il benessere dei cittadini.
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nutrition
[sostantivo]

the field of science that studies food and drink and their effects on the human body

nutrizione

nutrizione

Ex: Her passion for nutrition led her to pursue a career as a dietitian , helping others improve their health and well-being through proper nutrition.La sua passione per la **nutrizione** l'ha portata a intraprendere una carriera come dietista, aiutando gli altri a migliorare la loro salute e benessere attraverso una corretta alimentazione.
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additive
[aggettivo]

added to another substance or process, typically with the intention of enhancing or modifying it

additivo

additivo

Ex: The additive fragrance in the detergent leaves clothes smelling fresh .La fragranza **additiva** nel detersivo lascia i vestiti profumati di fresco.
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calcium
[sostantivo]

a soft silver-white metal that is an important element in bones and teeth

calcio

calcio

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calorie
[sostantivo]

the unit used to measure the amount of energy that a food produces

caloria

caloria

Ex: Food labels often include information about the number of calories per serving to help consumers make informed choices about their diet .Le etichette alimentari spesso includono informazioni sul numero di **calorie** per porzione per aiutare i consumatori a fare scelte informate sulla loro dieta.
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carbohydrate
[sostantivo]

a substance that consists of hydrogen, oxygen, and carbon that provide heat and energy for the body, found in foods such as bread, pasta, fruits, etc.

carboidrato

carboidrato

Ex: Carbohydrates are essential for brain function and overall energy levels throughout the day .I **carboidrati** sono essenziali per la funzione cerebrale e i livelli di energia generale durante il giorno.
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cholesterol
[sostantivo]

a substance high in fat and found in blood and most body tissues, a high amount of which correlates with an increased risk of heart disease

colesterolo

colesterolo

Ex: The nurse explained the difference between LDL and HDL cholesterol and their impacts on health.L'infermiera ha spiegato la differenza tra il colesterolo **LDL** e **HDL** e i loro impatti sulla salute.
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fat
[sostantivo]

a substance taken from animals or plants and then processed so that it can be used in cooking

grasso

grasso

Ex: The fat was melted before being added to the stew .Il **grasso** è stato sciolto prima di essere aggiunto allo stufato.
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mineral
[sostantivo]

a solid, naturally occurring substance with a specific chemical composition, typically found in the earth's crust, such as gold, copper, etc.

minerale

minerale

Ex: Iron ore is mined for its valuable mineral content .Il minerale di ferro viene estratto per il suo prezioso contenuto di **minerale**.
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nutrient
[sostantivo]

a substance such as a vitamin, protein, fat, etc. that is essential for good health and growth

nutriente

nutriente

Ex: Lack of certain nutrients can lead to health problems .La mancanza di alcuni **nutrienti** può portare a problemi di salute.
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preservative
[sostantivo]

a substance that is added to food, cosmetics, or other products to prevent or slow down their spoilage or deterioration

conservante

conservante

Ex: She prefers skincare products without synthetic preservatives to avoid potential skin irritations .Lei preferisce i prodotti per la cura della pelle senza **conservanti** sintetici per evitare possibili irritazioni cutanee.
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protein
[sostantivo]

a substance found in food such as meat, eggs, seeds, etc. which is an essential part of the diet and keeps the body strong and healthy

proteina

proteina

Ex: This energy bar contains 20 grams of plant-based protein.Questa barretta energetica contiene 20 grammi di **proteine** vegetali.
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vitamin
[sostantivo]

natural substances that are found in food, which the body needs in small amounts to remain healthy, such as vitamin A, B, etc.

vitamina

vitamina

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to add
[Verbo]

to put things together to make them bigger in size or quantity

aggiungere

aggiungere

Ex: I added a few extra hours to my schedule to finish the work .Ho **aggiunto** qualche ora in più al mio programma per finire il lavoro.
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to beat
[Verbo]

to strike someone repeatedly, usually causing physical harm or injury

battare

battare

Ex: She feared he might beat her if he found out the truth .Temeva che lui la **picchiasse** se avesse scoperto la verità.
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to crush
[Verbo]

to forcibly push something against a surface until it breaks or is damaged or disfigured

comprimere

comprimere

Ex: She accidentally crushed the plastic bottle on the sidewalk .Ha accidentalmente **schiacciato** la bottiglia di plastica sul marciapiede.
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to melt
[Verbo]

(of something in solid form) to turn into liquid form by being subjected to heat

fondere

fondere

Ex: The forecast predicts that the ice cream will melt in the afternoon sun .Le previsioni indicano che il gelato si **scioglierà** al sole del pomeriggio.
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to pour
[Verbo]

to make a container's liquid flow out of it

versare

versare

Ex: She poured sauce over the pasta before serving it .Lei **versò** la salsa sulla pasta prima di servirla.
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to stir
[Verbo]

to move a spoon, etc. around in a liquid or other substance to completely mix it

mescolare

mescolare

Ex: In the morning , she liked to stir her oatmeal with cinnamon for a warm and comforting breakfast .La mattina, le piaceva **mescolare** il suo porridge con la cannella per una colazione calda e confortante.
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whisk
[sostantivo]

‌a handheld object with small pieces of curved wire used for whipping cream or eggs

frullino

frullino

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fiber
[sostantivo]

a type of carbohydrate that cannot be broken down by the body and instead helps regulate bowel movements and maintain a healthy digestive system

fibra

fibra

Ex: Some people take fiber supplements to help meet their daily needs .Alcune persone assumono integratori di **fibra** per aiutare a soddisfare le loro esigenze quotidiane.
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