pasta

[ˈpɑːstə]

pasta Definition

  • 1a dish that is typically made from unleavened dough of wheat or buckwheat flour mixed with water and formed into sheets or other shapes, then cooked by boiling or baking
  • 2the dough used in making pasta

Using pasta: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pasta" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I love to eat pasta with tomato sauce.

  • Example

    She cooked the pasta al dente.

  • Example

    Pasta salad is a popular summer dish.

  • Example

    He ordered a plate of spaghetti carbonara.

pasta Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pasta

Phrases with pasta

  • a meal that includes pasta as the main ingredient

    Example

    We had a delicious pasta dish for dinner last night.

  • a sauce that is served with pasta dishes

    Example

    I prefer to make my own pasta sauce rather than buying it from the store.

  • pasta that is made from scratch using flour, eggs, and water

    Example

    The restaurant is known for its fresh pasta dishes.

Origins of pasta

from Italian 'pasta', meaning 'dough, pastry'

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Summary: pasta in Brief

The term 'pasta' [ˈpɑːstə] refers to a dish made from unleavened dough of wheat or buckwheat flour mixed with water and formed into sheets or other shapes, then cooked by boiling or baking. It can be served with various sauces and is a popular meal worldwide, with variations such as 'spaghetti carbonara' and 'pasta salad.' 'Pasta' extends into phrases like 'pasta dish,' 'pasta sauce,' and 'fresh pasta,' denoting different aspects of the dish.

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