Meaning
counter, bar
- a long counter in a bar, shop, or reception area
- a workbench
In a sentence
Abbiamo preso un caffè veloce al bancone del bar.
We had a quick coffee at the bar counter.
C'è qualcuno dietro al bancone?
Is there someone behind the counter?
Non lasciare i bagagli sopra il bancone della reception.
Don't leave the luggage on the reception counter.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| bancone | masculine · singular |
| banconi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Augmentative form derived from 'banco'.
- Commonly used for ordering coffee 'al bancone' (at the counter/bar).