Da portar via
To-go
Language note: Literally 'to be taken away', used for takeout orders.
Culture note: Takeout coffee isn't as common as sitting down in Italy, savoring the moment.
Context: You need to decide if you'll take the coffee away or drink it here.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Da
[dah]
From
Indicates the origin or starting point.
Vorrei una pizza da portar via.
I would like a pizza to take away.
portar
[pohr-tahr]
To carry
Refers to the act of taking something with you.
Prendo il caffè da portar via.
I'll take the coffee to go.
via
[vee-ah]
Away
Refers to somewhere outside the current location.
Prendo il gelato da portar via.
I'll take the ice cream to go.
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