Italian · Emotions & Descriptions
"Rich" in Italian: ricco/a
ricco/a
Rich in Italian is ricco (REEK-koh) masculine and ricca feminine. Una famiglia ricca is a wealthy family. Un sugo ricco means a rich sauce.
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How to pronounce ricco/a
Say it
REEK-koh
/ˈrik.ko/
Ricco: REEK-koh. Double c is held. Ricca is REEK-kah.
"Rich" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| ricco / ricca | rich (m/f) Wealth or abundant flavor. | Wealth or abundant flavor. |
| una famiglia ricca | a rich family Money sense. | Money sense. |
| un sugo ricco | a rich sauce Food: full flavor. | Food: full flavor. |
| ricco di vitamine | rich in vitamins Full of something good. | Full of something good. |
How to use ricco/a in real life
- 1Neighborhood chat
Quella zona è diventata molto ricca.
That area has become very rich.
Feminine zona → ricca.
- 2Dinner praise
Il ragù è ricco e denso.
The ragù is rich and thick.
Food sense of ricco.
- 3Health tip
Questo yogurt è ricco di proteine.
This yogurt is rich in protein.
Ricco di + noun.
Mistakes English speakers make with ricco/a
Incorrect: Lei è ricco.
Correct: Lei è ricca.
Agree gender: feminine ricca.
Incorrect: Un piatto ricca.
Correct: Un piatto ricco.
Piatto is masculine: ricco.
Good to know
Ricco describes money, neighborhoods, and food with equal ease. Calling a person ricco can sound blunt unless the tone is joking; ricco di ideas is softer praise. On menus, ricco signals a hearty, buttery dish.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Choosing a restaurant
ChatPal
Vuoi un posto semplice o un menu ricco?
Do you want a simple place or a rich menu?
You
Meglio qualcosa di ricco stasera.
Better something rich tonight.
ChatPal
Ok—il risotto è ricco di funghi.
Ok—the risotto is rich with mushrooms.
You
Perfetto, prenoto.
Perfect, I'll book.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Rich" in Italian
Feminine form?
Ricca.
Rich in vitamins?
Ricco di vitamine.
Wealthy person?
Una persona ricca / un uomo ricco.
Food sense?
Yes—un sugo ricco is flavorful and heavy.
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