Meaning
hearty, substantial
- (of food) Rich in nutrients, filling, and hearty.
- (figurative) Solid, considerable, or rich in substance.
In a sentence
Dopo una lunga camminata, abbiamo fatto un pranzo molto sostanzioso.
After a long walk, we had a very hearty lunch.
La zuppa di verdure era calda e particolarmente sostanziosa.
The vegetable soup was warm and particularly substantial.
L'azienda ha promesso un aumento sostanzioso dello stipendio a fine anno.
The company promised a substantial salary increase at the end of the year.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| sostanzioso | masculine · singular |
| sostanziosa | feminine · singular |
| sostanziosi | masculine · plural |
| sostanziose | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Commonly applied to meals, dishes, breakfasts, or pay increases.