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Il vicinato fa molto rumore. È normale?

The neighbours are very noisy. Is this normal?

Pronunciation

vi-ci-NA-to — four syllables, stress on the third.

When to use it

Ask the host if unusual noise from neighbours is a recurring issue. They may know about ongoing construction or a particularly noisy neighbour.

What it means

'Vicinato' = neighbourhood/neighbours (collective noun). 'È normale?' = is this normal? This is a useful open-ended question that lets the host give context. Sometimes noise has a specific cause that the host knows about.

Variations

C'è un cantiere nelle vicinanze?

Is there a construction site nearby?

Italian cities have constant renovation — it is worth asking about nearby works

A che ora smettono i lavori?

What time does the construction stop?

Italian construction noise is limited by law to 8am–6pm on weekdays

Il rumore è sempre così o è una cosa rara?

Is the noise always like this or is it unusual?

Understand whether you should accept it or if it is an anomaly

Mini Dialogue

— Il vicinato fa molto rumore. C'è qualche cantiere? — Sì, mi dispiace! Stanno ristrutturando l'edificio di fronte. Finisce a giugno. — E a che ora inizia? — Di solito alle otto del mattino. Finisce alle sei. Nel weekend no.

— The neighbours are very noisy. Is there a construction site? — Yes, I am sorry! They are renovating the building opposite. It finishes in June. — And what time does it start? — Usually at eight in the morning. It finishes at six. Not on weekends.

Cultural Note

Italian urban renovation is constant and often involves restoring historic buildings. Construction noise is legally permitted from 8am to 6pm on weekdays in most Italian municipalities. If noise significantly disrupts your stay, you may be entitled to a partial refund via Airbnb's resolution centre.