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Sicilian Meaning in English

word

/sɪˈsɪɫiən/
si-SIL-yuhn
/sɪˈsɪliən/
si-SIL-ee-uhn

释义

Relating to Sicily, an island in Italy: can refer to a person from Sicily, the culture, or the local dialect and cuisine.

用法与细微差别

Used as an adjective or noun. Capitalize it. Common with food ("Sicilian pizza"), people ("a Sicilian"), and culture. Don’t confuse with "Italian"—Sicilian often stresses regional identity. Also refers to a style of chess opening (the Sicilian Defense).

例句

My grandmother is Sicilian.

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They serve Sicilian pizza at that restaurant.

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She speaks the Sicilian dialect at home.

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I love the fresh flavors in traditional Sicilian food.

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Her grandfather has a strong Sicilian accent.

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The Sicilian Defense is one of the most popular chess openings.

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