farro

noun

far·​ro ˈfär-(ˌ)ō 

: the grain of an ancient wheat having glumes that tightly enclose the kernel

specifically : the grain of emmer, einkorn, or spelt that is cooked in liquid and used in various dishes (such as soups or salads)

We were making … farro, an ancient wheat variety that can be cooked risotto-style with broth, butter and Parmesan.

—Heidi Julavits

Soak 1 cup of farro overnight, then simmer with 3 cups water for 25-70 minutes …

—Gretchen Roberts

Farro, also called spelt, is available at health-food stores.

—Melissa Clark

Examples of farro in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Whole grains like oats, barley, farro and whole wheat bread offer a steady fiber boost at every meal. —Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 13 June 2026

From there, experimenting with one new ingredient per week — farro, barley, artichokes — makes the transition feel manageable rather than overwhelming. —Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026

Whole Grains Whole grains—such as brown rice, quinoa, farro, spelt, and barley—pair well with chicken breast. —Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 11 June 2026

Chill farro until cooled, 30 minutes. —Emily Teel, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1828, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for farro

• aro
• claro
• haro
• maro
• morrow
• sorrow
• yarrow
• amparo