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rinfresco

/rinˈfre.sko/noun · masculineC1
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Meaning

reception, buffet

  • A light meal or gathering with drinks and snacks served at a ceremony or party
  • A refreshing drink or refreshment

In a sentence

Dopo la cerimonia ci sarà un piccolo rinfresco in giardino.

After the ceremony there will be a small reception in the garden.

Hanno organizzato un rinfresco per festeggiare la promozione?

Did they organize a reception to celebrate the promotion?

Non abbiamo servito cibi caldi durante il rinfresco aziendale.

We did not serve hot food during the corporate reception.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
rinfrescomasculine · singular
rinfreschimasculine · plural

Usage notes

  • Plural is 'rinfreschi'. Typically refers to a celebratory drink and light buffet after an event.

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