Italian - English (British) translations for "olio"
"olio" Italian translation
Translation
oil
Definition
"olio"
Part of speech
noun
Gender
masculine
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: oil
Ho bisogno di olio per cucinare la pasta.
I need oil to cook the pasta.
Meaning: grease
Devi mettere un po' di olio sulle cerniere per farle scorrere meglio.
You need to put some grease on the hinges to make them slide better.
Meaning: ointment
Mio nonno usa sempre un olio per massaggiare le sue gambe doloranti.
My grandfather always uses an ointment to massage his sore legs.
Meaning: fuel
Il mio veicolo funziona a olio diesel.
My vehicle runs on diesel fuel.
Meaning: paint
Sto cercando un olio per dipingere su tela.
I'm looking for a paint to use on canvas.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: Ho bisogno di olio per cucinare la pasta.
A1: I need oil to cook the pasta.
A1: Il mio amico ha comprato una bottiglia di olio d'oliva.
A1: My friend bought a bottle of olive oil.
A1: L'olio è scivoloso.
A1: Oil is slippery.
B1: Mia madre usa l'olio di semi per friggere le patate.
B1: My mother uses vegetable oil to fry potatoes.
B1: Dovresti mettere un po' di olio nel motore della macchina.
B1: You should put some oil in the car engine.
B2: L'olio extravergine di oliva viene ottenuto dalla spremitura delle olive appena raccolte.
B2: Extra virgin olive oil is obtained by pressing freshly harvested olives.
B2: È consigliabile utilizzare olio di cocco per idratare i capelli secchi.
B2: It is advisable to use coconut oil to moisturize dry hair.
C1: L'olio lubrificante deve essere cambiato regolarmente per mantenere il motore in buone condizioni.
C1: The lubricating oil must be changed regularly to keep the engine in good condition.
C1: L'olio di palma è ampiamente utilizzato nell'industria alimentare, ma ha un impatto negativo sull'ambiente.
C1: Palm oil is widely used in the food industry, but it has a negative impact on the environment.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.The word "olio" is an Italian noun that means "oil" in English. It refers to a viscous, fatty substance that is obtained from plants or animals and is commonly used for cooking, lubrication, fuel, and various other purposes.
In Italian cuisine, "olio" plays a crucial role as a staple ingredient. Olive oil, known as "olio d'oliva", is particularly important and widely used in Mediterranean cooking. It adds flavor and richness to dishes such as salads, pasta, and roasted vegetables.
Apart from culinary uses, "olio" also has significant cultural and historical importance in Italy. The production of olive oil has been a traditional practice for centuries, with many regions known for their high-quality oils. Additionally, olive oil is often associated with health benefits due to its monounsaturated fats and antioxidants.