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nostrano

local

adjective noh-STRAH-noh Rare

Origin: From Latin nostranus, from noster (ours).

Also means

homegrown, domestic

Usage Note

Nostrano means 'of our area' or 'locally produced'—typically applied to food, produce, or customs: formaggio nostrano (locally made cheese), vino nostrano (local wine). It conveys regional pride and authenticity, similar to 'artisanal' or 'homegrown'. It differs from nazionale (national) by implying a more intimate, local origin.

Examples

"Preferiamo i prodotti nostrani del mercato."

Natural Translation

We prefer the local products from the market.

Literal Translation

We-prefer the products homegrown of-the market.

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