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Dove sono le uscite di emergenza?

Where are the emergency exits?

Pronunciation

u-SCI-te — the 'sc' before 'i' is pronounced like 'sh'. e-mer-GEN-za.

When to use it

When entering a new terminal or building and wanting to know the layout for safety reasons.

What it means

'Dove sono' (where are) is the plural version of 'dov'è' and is used when asking about multiple items. 'Uscite di emergenza' are emergency exits — a compound noun used in airports, theatres, and public buildings throughout Italy.

Variations

Dov'è l'uscita principale?

Where is the main exit?

The main exit for leaving the building normally

C'è un punto di raccolta?

Is there an assembly point?

Emergency assembly point — usually marked with a green sign

Dove si trovano i bagni?

Where are the toilets?

Equally essential at any airport

Mini Dialogue

— Scusi, dove sono le uscite di emergenza in questo terminal? — Ce ne sono due: una a destra dopo i negozi e una vicino al gate A1. — Grazie. E i bagni? — Dritto, poi a sinistra.

— Excuse me, where are the emergency exits in this terminal? — There are two: one on the right after the shops and one near gate A1. — Thank you. And the toilets? — Straight ahead, then left.

Cultural Note

Italian civil protection regulations require emergency exit signs to be in green with the standard ISO running figure. Public buildings, including airports, are regularly inspected for safety compliance. The Italian word for fire exit specifically is 'uscita antincendio'.