espatriato
The English phrase "expat" is translated into Italian as espatriato.
The term espatriato is used to describe someone who has moved abroad, often implying a permanent or long-term relocation.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun espatriato changes its ending based on gender and number. Use espatriata to refer to a female expat, and espatriati to refer to a group of male expats or a mixed group.
Did you know?
- While an English speaker uses 'expat' for a career move, espatriato often carries a heavy nuance of 'exile' or a forced political break from one's homeland.
- While espatriato is the literal term, Italians often use the word forestiero to describe anyone who is a stranger to a specific town or region, regardless of their nationality.
- An Italian living abroad is officially tracked by the state using the acronym AIRE, which stands for the Registry of Italians Resident Abroad.
Examples in context
- Il nostro ufficio è alla ricerca di espatriati con esperienza internazionale.Our office is looking for expatriates with international experience.
- Mio fratello è un espatriato in Germania.My brother is an expat in Germany.
- È difficile essere un espatriato in un paese nuovo.It is difficult to be an expat in a new country.
Example conversation
Chiara and Francesco are talking about a new colleague.
- ChiaraHai conosciuto il nuovo collega di Francesco?Have you met Francesco's new colleague?
- FrancescoSì, è un espatriato americano.Yes, he is an American expat.
- ChiaraDa quanto tempo vive qui?How long has he lived here?
- FrancescoÈ arrivato a Roma solo un mese fa.He arrived in Rome only a month ago.
