A2Phrase
busta paga
payslip / pay stub
/BOO-stah PAH-gah/
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What does ‘busta paga’ mean in English?
Examples in Context
La busta paga arriva alla fine del mese.
The payslip arrives at the end of the month.
Controlla sempre la busta paga per errori.
Always check your payslip for errors.
About This Word
The Italian busta paga is notoriously complex, with dozens of line items including IRPEF (income tax), INPS (social security), and regional/municipal surcharges. Italians often joke that understanding it requires a degree.
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