Pizzo (en. Pizzo)

/pizzo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A part of something that extends or protrudes.
He took a pizzo of cake.
Il a pris un pizzo de gâteau.
A piece or a small quantity.
I just want a pizzo of cheese.
Je veux juste un pizzo de fromage.

Etymology

Of Italian origin, derived from 'pizzo'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to take a pizzo
To take a small amount of something.
prendre un pizzo
a pizzo of time
A short duration
un pizzo de temps
to add a pizzo
To add a small amount.
ajouter un pizzo

Related Words

piece
A part of a whole.
pièce
fragment
A small part of an object or substance.
fragement

Slang Meanings

A small term used to refer to an amount of money.
I need a pizzo to buy a coffee.
J'ai besoin d'un pizzo pour acheter un café.
A small defect or anomaly.
This project has a pizzo that needs to be fixed.
Ce projet a un pizzo qui doit être corrigé.