Italian Word of the Day: Bricco

Meaning: Kettle

Part of Speech: noun

Translation: The coffee pot is always ready on the stove.

Context: Il bricco del caffè è sempre pronto sul fornello.

Cultural nugget: The bricco is a fundamental part of Italian coffee culture, with specific designs for different brewing methods. The ritual of preparing coffee in a bricco is considered an art form in Italian households.