Il cibo è buono.

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Breakdown of Il cibo è buono.

• il cibo: the food
• buono: good

Questions & Answers about Il cibo è buono.

How do I pronounce cibo?

You pronounce cibo like CHEE-bo. The ci in Italian sounds like the "ch" in "cheese," and the o is a clear, open sound as in "cot."

Why is the article il used in Il cibo è buono?

In Italian, il is the masculine singular definite article used before most consonants. Since cibo (food) is a masculine noun starting with a consonant, we use il instead of other articles like lo or l’.

What is the difference between è and sta?

Both can be translated as is in English, but è (from the verb essere) describes a permanent or general state, like The food is good in general. Sta (from the verb stare) is used more for temporary states or locations, like He is staying at home (Lui sta a casa).

Why do we say buono instead of bene?

Buono is an adjective meaning good and describes nouns, like cibo (food). Bene is an adverb meaning well and modifies verbs. So, to describe how the food is in terms of quality, we use buono.

Can buono also mean delicious?

Yes! If you say Il cibo è buono, it implies that the food tastes good or is delicious. Italians also use expressions like Ottimo! (excellent) or Squisito! (exquisite) to emphasize how tasty something is.