Translation of Italian word "sanzione" to English
sanzione
/sanˈtsjo.ne/
How to use
The Italian noun 'sanzione' (feminine) denotes 'sanction, penalty' (Sanction, penalty). It typically takes the definite article 'la'. Learners should note how 'sanzione' behaves in the plural — the ending change follows the regular pattern for its gender class.
🇬🇧 English
sanction, penalty
Example
Chi infrange la legge rischia una sanzione amministrativa salata.
Who breaks law risks a steep administrative penalty.
L'Unione Europea ha imposto nuove sanzioni economiche.
European Union imposed new economic sanctions.
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Common phrases
- imporre una sanzione— impose a sanction
- L'Unione Europea ha imposto nuove sanzioni economiche.— European Union imposed new economic sanctions.
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What does the Italian word "sanzione" mean?▼
The Italian word "sanzione" means "sanction, penalty" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Chi infrange la legge rischia una sanzione amministrativa salata." (which translates as "Who breaks law risks a steep administrative penalty.").
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