A2NounMasculine
il coperto
cover charge (restaurant)
/koh-PEHR-toh/
Plural: coperti
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What does ‘coperto’ mean in English?
Examples in Context
Il coperto è di due euro a persona.
The cover charge is two euros per person.
Il coperto include pane e grissini.
The cover charge includes bread and breadsticks.
About This Word
The coperto is a small per-person charge (usually 1-3 euros) added to restaurant bills in Italy. It covers bread, table setting, and service. It is legal and standard — not a tip.
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