Meaning
turn, U-turn
- a change of direction by a boat, aircraft, or swimmer
- a sudden shift or radical reversal in policy, opinion, or style
In a sentence
Il veliero ha compiuto una brusca virata per evitare gli scogli affioranti.
The sailing ship made an abrupt turn to avoid the protruding rocks.
Hai notato l'improvvisa virata stilistica nell'ultimo romanzo dell'autore?
Did you notice the sudden stylistic shift in the author's latest novel?
L'azienda non intende compiere alcuna virata strategica durante quest'anno fiscale.
The company does not intend to make any strategic pivot during this fiscal year.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| virata | feminine · singular |
| virate | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Nautical and aviation origin, but very common in politics and culture for sudden pivots.
- In swimming, refers specifically to the flip turn at the end of the lane.