Alfresco Meaning in English
word
ælˈfɹɛs.koʊ
al-FRES-koh
ɐlfɹˈɛskəʊ
al-FRES-koh
Definition
Alfresco means happening or done outdoors, especially when referring to eating or social activities.
Usage & Nuances
'Alfresco' is used in both formal and informal contexts, mostly about dining ('dine alfresco') or events. It’s often used as an adjective or adverb. Not common for sports or exercise; mainly for social, food-related activities.
Spanish: al aire librePortuguese (BR): ao ar livrePortuguese (PT): ao ar livreChinese (Simplified): 户外Chinese (Traditional): 戶外Hindi: बहार (खुली हवा में)Arabic: في الهواء الطلقBengali: খোলা আকাশের নিচে - বাইরেRussian: на открытом воздухеJapanese: 屋外で - アルフレスコ（イタリア語由来）Vietnamese: ngoài trờiKorean: 야외에서Turkish: açık havadaUrdu: کھلی فضا میںIndonesian: di luar ruangan
Example Sentences
We had an alfresco lunch in the garden.
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There is an alfresco café near the river.
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They enjoy having dinner alfresco on warm evenings.
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Let's go alfresco since the weather is perfect today.
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The party will be held alfresco, so bring a jacket just in case.
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Nothing beats an alfresco breakfast with a view of the mountains.
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