Green pass

/ˈɡriːn ˈpas/
nounIntermediateLoanword from EnglishGreen pass
formal

A digital or paper certificate proving that a person has been vaccinated against COVID-19, has recovered from the virus, or has tested negative for it, used to access certain public places or services.

Il Green pass è obbligatorio per partecipare a eventi pubblici.

The Green pass is mandatory to attend public events.

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Introduced in Italy and other EU countries during the COVID-19 pandemic to facilitate safe reopening of businesses and public spaces.

Collocations

mostrare il Green passto show the Green passverificare il Green passto check the Green pass

Synonyms

Related Phrases

passaporto vaccinalephrase
vaccine passport

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Italy

The Green pass was a key tool in Italy's pandemic response, required for restaurants, public transport, and cultural events.

📖Word Origin

Derived from English 'green pass', referring to the color used in the EU Digital COVID Certificate system.

📝Usage Notes

The term was widely used in Italy and other European countries during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is now less common but may still be referenced in discussions about health certificates.

Dizionario Italiano-Inglese