A2 — Elementary⏳ Time & Life
Essere in ritardo
To be late
Literal Translation
"To be in delay"
What it means
Used when someone or something arrives after the expected or agreed time.
Example in context
"Mi dispiace, sono in ritardo — il traffico era terribile."
"I'm sorry, I'm late — the traffic was terrible."
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