Italian Word of the Day: Mandorlo

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Mandorlo

Meaning: Almond Tree

Part of Speech: noun

Translation: The blooming almond tree is a magnificent spectacle.

Context: Il mandorlo in fiore è uno spettacolo magnifico.

Cultural nugget: The flowering of mandorli in early March is celebrated throughout Sicily with the famous "Sagra del Mandorlo in Fiore" festival, marking the arrival of spring with folk music, traditional dances, and cultural events.

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