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Italian Phrase

I muffin alle uova sono veloci e facili.

/i ˈmuffin ˈalle ˈwɔːva ˈsono veˈlotʃi e ˈfatʃili/
Meaning"Egg muffins are quick and easy."
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Meaning

This phrase describes a popular breakfast or snack dish, highlighting its convenience. It uses the plural form of the noun and adjectives to correctly describe multiple muffins.

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When to use

Use this phrase when discussing meal preparation, sharing simple recipes, or suggesting a fast breakfast option to friends or family.

✦Grammar Breakdown

I muffinalle uovasonoveloci e facili

1

I muffin

'I' is the plural masculine article. 'Muffin' is a loanword, so it doesn't add an 's' or change its ending in the plural.

2

Alle uova

'Alle' is a combined preposition (a + le). 'Uova' is the irregular feminine plural of the masculine noun 'uovo' (egg).

3

Sono

This is the third-person plural of 'essere' (to be), used here to agree with the plural subject 'i muffin'.

🗨In Conversation

A

Cosa possiamo preparare per la colazione di domani?

What can we prepare for tomorrow's breakfast?

I muffin alle uova sono veloci e facili.

Egg muffins are quick and easy.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • I muffin alle uova è veloce e facile.

    The subject 'I muffin' is plural, so the verb 'essere' and the adjectives must also be in the plural form.

  • I muffin di uova sono veloci.

    In Italian, when describing the main ingredient of a dish like a muffin or cake, 'a' plus the article is more common than 'di'.

↔Alternatives

  • Preparare i muffin alle uova è semplicissimo.

    Preparing egg muffins is very simple.

  • Questi muffin alle uova si fanno in un attimo.

    These egg muffins are made in a flash.

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Cultural Tip

While traditional Italian breakfasts are usually sweet, savory options like egg muffins are gaining popularity in modern cafes and among fitness enthusiasts. The word 'muffin' is a loanword from English and does not change its form in the plural.