Italian · Food & Drink
colazione
breakfast
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
The first meal of the day, eaten in the morning.
Example
Faccio colazione con un cornetto e un caffè.
I have breakfast with a croissant and a coffee.
Etymology
The word 'colazione' derives from the Latin 'collatio', meaning 'bringing together', which originally referred to sharing a meal. Over time, it evolved to specifically denote the morning meal that breaks the overnight fast.
How & Where It’s Used
'Colazione' is commonly used in both formal and informal settings across Italy, typically in spoken language. Certain regions may have their own traditional breakfast foods, influencing local usage.