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PhrasesAt the AirbnbDove sono le lenzuola extra?
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Dove sono le lenzuola extra?

Where are the extra sheets?

Pronunciation

len-ZUOLA — three syllables, stress on the second. 'zuo' is a diphthong.

When to use it

Ask when you arrive and want to know where spares are, or if you need fresh sheets during a longer stay.

What it means

'Lenzuola' is one of Italian's irregular plurals — singular 'lenzuolo' (sheet), plural 'le lenzuola'. 'Extra' = extra (same as English). 'Dove sono' = where are. Sheet changing is typically done by the host between stays — for multi-week bookings, ask about the schedule.

Variations

Con che frequenza cambiate le lenzuola?

How often do you change the sheets?

Ask for stays longer than a week

Dove sono gli asciugamani extra?

Where are the extra towels?

Towels are often stored in the bathroom cabinet or in a wardrobe

C'è un kit da bagno?

Is there a bathroom kit?

Some Airbnbs provide shampoo and soap — ask if unsure

Mini Dialogue

— Dove sono le lenzuola extra? — Le trovi nell'armadio del corridoio, secondo ripiano. Ci sono anche asciugamani extra. — Per un soggiorno di due settimane, quanto spesso vengono cambiate? — Di solito una volta a settimana. Ti mando messaggio prima di passare.

— Where are the extra sheets? — You will find them in the corridor wardrobe, second shelf. There are extra towels too. — For a two-week stay, how often are they changed? — Usually once a week. I will message you before coming over.

Cultural Note

Italian Airbnb stays typically include an initial set of sheets and towels. For stays over a week, many hosts include a linen change in the price or offer it as an optional extra. Clarify this at booking — some hosts charge extra for additional cleaning visits.