What time is it? I am afraid of missing my train.
PAU-ra — two syllables, stress on the first. 'Au' is a diphthong.
A rushed check-out moment when you realise time is getting tight. Italian staff will help you move quickly.
'Che ora è' (what time is it) is one of the most useful Italian questions. 'Ho paura di perdere' = I am afraid of missing — 'ho paura di' + infinitive is the standard pattern for 'I am afraid to/of doing something'. 'Perdere' = to miss (transport) or to lose.
Sono in ritardo! Devo sbrigarmi.
I am late! I need to hurry.
Express urgency so staff can speed up the check-out process
Può fare in fretta con il conto?
Can you be quick with the bill?
A polite but urgent request to speed up the billing process
Il taxi è già fuori!
The taxi is already outside!
What to say when the driver is waiting and you are still at reception
Italian trains, particularly high-speed Frecciarossa services, are notoriously punctual and will not wait for late passengers. Missing an Italian high-speed train means buying a new ticket — they are not transferable. Hotel staff understand the urgency and will do their best to speed things up.