lista della spesa settimanale
Devo preparare la lista della spesa settimanale prima di andare al supermercato.
I need to prepare the weekly shopping list before going to the supermarket.
A written or digital list of items to be purchased for household consumption over the course of a week.
La lista della spesa settimanale mi aiuta a organizzare gli acquisti e risparmiare tempo.
The weekly shopping list helps me organize my purchases and save time.
Ogni domenica controllo la lista della spesa settimanale per vedere cosa manca in frigorifero.
Every Sunday I check the weekly shopping list to see what's missing in the fridge.
Commonly used in household management and meal planning. Often includes food items, household supplies, and personal care products.
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Pro Tip
How to create an effective weekly shopping list
Start by checking your pantry and fridge to avoid duplicates. Categorize items (produce, dairy, canned goods) to streamline your shopping trip. Add quantities to prevent waste. Consider seasonal produce for better prices and freshness.
Gold Rule
Structure of the phrase
The phrase follows standard Italian noun phrase structure: 'lista' (head noun) + 'della spesa' (of the shopping) + 'settimana' (week) + '-le' (feminine plural adjective ending). The adjective 'settimana' agrees with the feminine noun 'lista'.
Word Origin
The phrase combines 'lista' (list) from Latin 'lista' (strip, line), 'della spesa' (of the shopping) from 'spesa' (expense, shopping) derived from Latin 'expensa' (expenditure), and 'settimana' (week) from Latin 'septimana' (seven days). The compound phrase emerged as a practical household term in Italian around the mid-20th century with the rise of organized grocery shopping.
Usage Notes
This phrase is universally understood in Italy and is commonly used in both spoken and written Italian. It is typically written on paper or stored digitally (e.g., on a smartphone app). Many families create this list together as part of weekly meal planning.