B1 — Intermediate💼 Work & Money
Essere in nero
To be paid under the table / to work off the books
Literal Translation
"To be in black"
What it means
To work or pay without declaring it to the tax authorities
Example in context
"Molti lavoratori stagionali vengono pagati in nero."
"Many seasonal workers are paid under the table."
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