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Spice
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spezia
a type of dried plant with a pleasant smell used to add taste or color to the food
What are "spices"?
Spices are dried plants used to add flavor, aroma, and sometimes color to food. They come from various parts of plants, such as seeds, bark, roots, or fruits, and are often ground into powder or used whole. Examples include cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, and paprika. Spices can elevate the taste of dishes, creating rich and complex flavors that enhance culinary experiences.
Example
Cinnamon is a versatile spice that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes.
The aromatic spice fills the kitchen with a delightful scent.
The dish lacked spice, so I added some turmeric and curry.
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spezie, condimento
the property of being seasoned with spice and so highly flavored
03
spezi, condimento
any of a variety of pungent aromatic vegetable substances used for flavoring food
to spice
01
condire, speziato
to add flavorful seasonings to food
Transitive: to spice food
Example
She spices the curry with a blend of aromatic spices for a rich taste.
He spices the chili with cumin and chili powder for a spicy kick.
The chef spices the marinade with garlic and paprika for added depth of flavor.
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vivacizzare, irrobustire
to make something more lively, thrilling, or enjoyable
Transitive: to spice sth
Example
Adding a bit of humor can spice an otherwise dull presentation and keep the audience engaged.
The author spiced the novel with unexpected twists to keep readers hooked until the end.
The comedian spiced his set with some sharp one-liners.
Parole Vicine
