Meaning
priority, right of way
- the legal right to proceed before other vehicles or pedestrians; right of way
- the state of being earlier in order, time, or importance; priority
In a sentence
Alle rotonde bisogna dare la precedenza a chi è già dentro.
At roundabouts you have to give way to those already inside.
Chi viene da destra ha la precedenza a questo incrocio?
Does whoever comes from the right have the right of way at this junction?
Dobbiamo dare la precedenza alle questioni più urgenti.
We must give priority to the most urgent matters.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| precedenza | feminine · singular |
| precedenze | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Commonly used in driving with 'dare la precedenza' (to yield, give way).