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How to Say ‘The ticket’ in Italian

Il biglietto

eel bee-LYEHT-toh

[eel bee-LYEHT-toh]

💬 Usage Tip: In biglietto, the gli sounds like the "lli" in million, and the g stays silent: (beel-YET-toh).

🇮🇹 In Italy: Bus and tram tickets are usually bought beforehand at a tabaccheria "tobacco shop" or newsstand, not from the driver. Validate the ticket in the machine once you board.

Phrase Breakdown

[eel]

the

Masculine singular definite article used before a masculine singular noun.

Example

Nella frase Il tempo personale, Il introduce il concetto di tempo privato.

In the phrase 'Il tempo personale,' 'Il' introduces the concept of private time.

biglietto

[bee-LYEHT-toh]

ticket

A ticket for transport, shows or events.

Example

Ho comprato un biglietto del treno.

I bought a train ticket.

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