acero

maple (tree)

noun AH-cheh-roh Rare

Origin: Latin acer (maple)

Usage Note

Acero is the maple tree, known in Italian woodworking and lutherie — many violins use acero for the back and sides. The 'c' before 'e' gives the 'ch' sound: AH-cheh-roh. The syrup (sciroppo d'acero) is a Canadian import; the tree is native also to northern Italy and the Alps.

Examples

"Le foglie dell'acero diventano rosse in autunno."

Natural Translation

Maple leaves turn red in autumn.

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