ristorante
restaurant
noun ree-stoh-RAHN-teh Less Common
Origin: from French restaurant
Usage Note
Ristorante is masculine and indicates a sit-down, full-service eatery, distinct from a trattoria (homier, cheaper) or an osteria (originally a wine-focused tavern). The plural is ristoranti.
Examples
"Stasera andiamo al ristorante."
Natural Translation
Tonight we're going to the restaurant.
Literal Translation
Tonight we-go to-the restaurant.
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