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inversione

/in.verˈsjo.ne/noun · feminineB2
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Meaning

reversal, U-turn

  • the act of reversing direction or order
  • a U-turn made while driving (usually 'inversione a U')

In a sentence

È vietato fare un'inversione a U in questa strada.

It is forbidden to make a U-turn on this street.

L'autista ha fatto un'inversione improvvisa all'incrocio.

The driver made a sudden U-turn at the intersection.

L'economia non mostra ancora un'inversione di tendenza.

The economy does not yet show a reversal of trend.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
inversionefeminine · singular
inversionifeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • In traffic contexts, 'fare inversione' means to turn the vehicle around.
  • Also used metaphorically for a change of policy, trend, or course ('inversione di rotta').

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