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"Yogurt" in Italian: yogurt
lo yogurt
Yogurt in Italian is lo yogurt (loh YOH-goort), masculine. The article is lo before y. Uno yogurt alla fragola is strawberry yogurt.
Supermarket aisle
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How to pronounce yogurt
Say it
loh YOH-goort
/lo ˈjɔ.ɡurt/
Yogurt: YOH-goort. Stress YOH. Final t light. Lo yogurt: loh YOH-goort.
"Yogurt" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| lo yogurt | the yogurt Default noun. | Default noun. |
| uno yogurt | a yogurt Uno before y. | Uno before y. |
| yogurt greco | Greek yogurt Thicker style. | Thicker style. |
| yogurt alla frutta | fruit yogurt Flavored. | Flavored. |
How to use yogurt in real life
- 1Supermarket aisle
Prendi lo yogurt senza zucchero.
Grab the sugar-free yogurt.
Lo yogurt + qualifier.
- 2Breakfast table
A colazione mangio uno yogurt e un caffè.
For breakfast I eat a yogurt and a coffee.
Uno yogurt.
- 3Hotel buffet
C'è ancora yogurt naturale?
Is there any plain yogurt left?
Bare yogurt after c'è.
Mistakes English speakers make with yogurt
Incorrect: Il yogurt è finito.
Correct: Lo yogurt è finito.
Use lo (and uno) before yogurt, not il/un.
Incorrect: Vorrei una yogurt.
Correct: Vorrei uno yogurt.
Yogurt is masculine.
Good to know
Italian fridges lean on yogurt naturale and fruit cups; Greek-style has grown popular. At bars, a yogurt is a light breakfast option beside cornetto—ask for lo yogurt if the buffet labels are unclear.
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Choosing breakfast at a B&B
ChatPal
Preferisci i cornetti o lo yogurt?
Do you prefer croissants or yogurt?
You
Lo yogurt, grazie—sono pieno di ieri.
Yogurt, thanks—I'm full from yesterday.
ChatPal
Prendo anch'io uno yogurt alla pesca.
I'll take a peach yogurt too.
You
Perfetto, poi usciamo.
Perfect, then we'll head out.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Yogurt" in Italian
How do you say yogurt?
Lo yogurt.
Why lo not il?
Italian uses lo before y (and z, gn, etc.).
A yogurt?
Uno yogurt.
Gender?
Masculine.
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