A2 — Elementary⏳ Time & Life
Passare il tempo
To pass the time
Literal Translation
"To pass the time"
What it means
Used when doing something to occupy oneself, without a specific goal.
Example in context
"Leggeva romanzi per passare il tempo durante il lungo viaggio."
"She read novels to pass the time during the long journey."
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