Pomeriggio
Afternoon
Language note: Pronounced 'po-me-ree-joe', commonly shortened to 'pome'.
Culture note: Afternoons are cherished in Italy, often reserved for enjoying long, leisurely meals or a 'passeggiata' (stroll).
Context: Marco says he has a free slot in the afternoon after his meeting.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Pomeriggio
[poh-meh-REE-joh]
Afternoon
The time period between noon and evening.
Nel pomeriggio vado in palestra.
In the afternoon, I go to the gym.
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