Meaning
notice, warning
- Advance notification, especially regarding termination of employment or an event
- The period of time between such notification and its taking effect
In a sentence
Devi dare due mesi di preavviso prima di licenziarti.
You must give two months' notice before resigning.
Il treno è stato cancellato all'improvviso, senza alcun preavviso.
The train was cancelled suddenly, without any warning.
Qual è il periodo minimo di preavviso previsto dal contratto?
What is the minimum notice period stipulated by the contract?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| preavviso | masculine · singular |
| preavvisi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Frequently found in workplace contexts, especially in the phrase 'senza preavviso' (without notice).