taglio

Taglio is an Italian noun meaning "cut" or "slice." It derives from the verb tagliare, to cut, and is used in a range of fields to denote a particular cut, a piece produced by cutting, or the way something is cut or shaped. In many contexts taglio also names a segment or portion defined by a cut.

In culinary usage, taglio denotes a portion of meat or fish, such as a given cut for cooking or serving. It can also refer to a slice or wedge of cheese or other foods. In fashion and tailoring, taglio describes the cut or pattern of clothing, indicating how fabric is shaped to form a garment. In everyday language, taglio di capelli means a haircut.

In film, photography and video, taglio is used to refer to a cut or edit—the transition from one shot to another or the arrangement of shots within a sequence. In horticulture, taglio refers to a plant cutting used for vegetative propagation. In carpentry and woodworking, it denotes a cut made in wood, including bevels or profiles. In medical contexts, taglio can describe a surgical incision, though more specific terms such as incisione or taglio chirurgico are also used.

Taglio also exists as a surname in Italian-speaking regions. In general, the term remains common in Italian and bilingual discourse, where it functions as a general label for cutting, trimming, or segmentation across diverse disciplines.