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andare in vacanza per Ferragosto
/anˈdare in vaˈkantsa per ferˈɡosto/
to go on vacation for Ferragosto
Quest'anno andremo in vacanza per Ferragosto in Sicilia.
This year we're going on vacation for Ferragosto in Sicily.
informal
To take a vacation specifically during the Ferragosto holiday period, which is August 15th in Italy. This is a traditional time for Italians to go on vacation, often involving travel to the beach, mountains, or countryside.
Ogni anno la mia famiglia va in vacanza per Ferragosto al mare.
Every year my family goes on vacation for Ferragosto to the beach.
Molti italiani preferiscono andare in vacanza per Ferragosto in montagna.
Many Italians prefer to go on vacation for Ferragosto in the mountains.
Ferragosto is a public holiday in Italy on August 15th, traditionally a time for rest and celebration. Many businesses close, and travel is common.
Collocations
andare in vacanza per Ferragostoto go on vacation for Ferragostopartire per Ferragostoto leave for Ferragostoorganizzare un viaggio per Ferragostoto plan a trip for Ferragosto
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Pro Tip
Cultural Context
Ferragosto is a major travel period in Italy, so plan ahead for crowded transport and accommodations.
Gold Rule
Usage
This phrase specifically refers to vacation plans around August 15th, not general summer vacations.
Word Origin
The phrase combines 'andare in vacanza' (to go on vacation) with 'Ferragosto' (August 15th holiday). Ferragosto has ancient Roman origins, marking the end of summer harvest.
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in Italy to describe vacation plans around August 15th. It implies a traditional, often extended vacation period.
Word Breakdown
andare
to go
verbin vacanza
on vacation
phraseper Ferragosto
for Ferragosto (August 15th)
phraseDizionario Italiano-Inglese