Meaning
fermentation
- the chemical breakdown of a substance by bacteria, yeasts, or other microorganisms
- a state of intellectual, political, or social unrest
In a sentence
La fermentazione del vino avviene a temperatura rigorosamente controllata.
The fermentation of the wine takes place at a strictly controlled temperature.
Questo tipo di pane richiede una lenta fermentazione naturale.
This type of bread requires a slow natural fermentation.
Il paese attraversava allora una fase di grande fermentazione culturale.
The country was going through a period of great cultural ferment back then.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| fermentazione | feminine · singular |
| fermentazioni | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Essential term in cooking, brewing, and winemaking contexts.