B1 — Intermediate⏳ Time & Life
Il bel tempo è passato
The good times are over
Literal Translation
"The beautiful time has passed"
What it means
A nostalgic expression used when a pleasant period of life has ended.
Example in context
"Con la crisi, il bel tempo è passato per molte piccole imprese."
"With the crisis, the good times are over for many small businesses."
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