Breakdown of Io preparo il frullato fresco per colazione.
io
I
preparare
to prepare
per
for
fresco
fresh
la colazione
the breakfast
il frullato
the smoothie
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Questions & Answers about Io preparo il frullato fresco per colazione.
What does Io preparo mean in this sentence?
Io means I, and preparo is the first-person singular form of preparare, which means to prepare. Together, they translate to I prepare.
Why is the subject pronoun Io included, and is it necessary?
In Italian, subject pronouns are often omitted because the verb ending clearly indicates the subject. However, Io is included here for emphasis or clarity, reinforcing that I am the one preparing the smoothie.
What role does the definite article il play in il frullato?
Il is the masculine singular definite article, equivalent to the in English. It is used here with frullato because frullato is a masculine singular noun.
What does the noun frullato mean?
Frullato typically refers to a smoothie or a blended drink made by mixing ingredients (often fruits) in a blender.
Why is the adjective fresco placed after frullato, and what does it denote?
In Italian, adjectives can follow the noun they modify. Fresco means fresh and describes the quality of the smoothie. It also agrees in gender (masculine) and number (singular) with frullato.
What does per colazione mean in this context?
Per colazione means for breakfast, indicating that the fresh smoothie is prepared to be eaten at breakfast time.
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