аль денте
al dente
firm to the bite
Learn аль денте with free cards in 30 seconds.
10 minutes a day can add up to 3,000 words a year. Spaced flashcards bring each word back when it is time to remember it.
аль денте fits your vocabulary level. Check your level if you are not sure.
How many words can you learn in a year?
If you learn 8-10 new words a day and review them regularly with flashcards, you can cover about 3,000 words in a year.
ZapomniEnglish brings words back at the right time: difficult words appear more often, familiar words less often.
Not sure what pace to start with? Check your vocabulary level and we will suggest words for your level.
We count words you add to learning and review regularly. Active use grows gradually and depends on practice.
| Pace | Per day | Per year | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy | 3 words | ≈ 1,100 words | starting without pressure |
| Balanced | 5 words | ≈ 1,800 words | steady growth |
| Recommended | 8 words | ≈ 2,900 words | around 3,000 words a year |
| Fast | 10 words | ≈ 3,650 words | visible vocabulary growth |
| Intensive | 15 words | ≈ 5,500 words | strong motivation |
аль денте with English translation
аль денте usage examples
The pasta was cooked al dente, just firm enough to enjoy.
Паста была приготовлена аль денте, достаточно твёрдая, чтобы наслаждаться.
I prefer my vegetables al dente so they keep a bit of crunch.
Я предпочитаю овощи аль денте, чтобы они оставались немного хрустящими.
Learn by topic
аль денте belongs to the topic "Cooking Descriptions". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
аль денте synonyms
What's the difference between аль денте / упругий / слегка недоваренный / твердый
standard culinary term — moderate springiness and slight firmness when bitten
The pasta should be al dente — springy and slightly firm to the bite.
Паста должна быть аль денте — упругая и слегка твердоватая на зуб.
emphasizes an elastic, springy texture — close in meaning to al dente
Cook the vegetables until they're springy, almost al dente.
Готовьте овощи так, чтобы они были упругими, почти аль денте.
implies insufficient cooking; usually carries a negative connotation
The pasta seems slightly undercooked — it's a bit tough inside.
Паста кажется слегка недоваренной — внутри она жестковата.
strong hardness without elastic springiness; sometimes undesirable
The bread turned out too hard, not al dente.
Хлеб получился слишком твердым, а не аль денте.
What's the difference
More related word breakdowns
Short comparisons help you choose the right word by meaning, context, and typical examples.
В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
Related words and lists for аль денте
How to pronounce аль денте and what this word means
аль денте translation: al dente. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce аль денте
[al ˈdʲentʲe]
аль денте translation
al dente
аль денте examples
The pasta was cooked al dente, just firm enough to enjoy.
аль денте transcription
[al ˈdʲentʲe]
How this dictionary entry is reviewed
ZapomniEnglish prepares dictionary data automatically, then the editorial workflow checks high-frequency words, top lists, and pages that already receive search impressions first.
Questions about this word
аль денте meaning: what does it mean?
слегка твёрдая структура при укусе, не переварена
аль денте pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
аль денте is pronounced as [al ˈdʲentʲe]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
аль денте definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The pasta was cooked al dente, just firm enough to enjoy. Translation: Паста была приготовлена аль денте, достаточно твёрдая, чтобы наслаждаться.
Is аль денте part of Cooking Descriptions vocabulary?
Yes, аль денте (al dente) can be learned in the Cooking Descriptions topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is аль денте part of Food vocabulary?
Yes, аль денте (al dente) can be learned in the Food topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Learn аль денте in your vocabulary
Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.