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prugna

/ˈpruɲɲa/noun · feminineA2
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Meaning

plum, prune

  • plum (the fruit)
  • prune (when specified as 'prugna secca')

In a sentence

Ho comprato un chilo di prugne fresche.

I bought a kilo of fresh plums.

Vuoi una prugna o preferisci una mela?

Do you want a plum or do you prefer an apple?

La torta con le prugne è deliziosa.

The plum cake is delicious.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
prugnafeminine · singular
prugnefeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Often synonymous with 'susina'. For dried prunes, use 'prugna secca'.

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