green card
The English phrase green card is used in Italian to refer to a US work permit.
The English term green card is used directly in Italian to refer to the US permanent residency permit.
Meaning: US work permit (noun)
Did you know?
- If you were to translate the phrase literally into Italian as carta verde, an Italian might think you are referring to a specific type of recycling or a botanical label rather than a legal permit.
- The word carta is used in Italian to describe the 'menu' in a restaurant, specifically carta dei vini for the wine list.
- Because green card is an unadapted borrowing, it is treated as a feminine noun in Italian, following the gender of the word carta.
Examples in context
- Ho finalmente ricevuto la mia green card.I finally received my green card.
- La green card è fondamentale per lavorare negli Stati Uniti.The green card is essential for working in the United States.
- Devi rinnovare la tua green card prima che scada.You must renew your green card before it expires.
Example conversation
Sofia and Lorenzo are talking about moving to America.
- SofiaLorenzo, vuoi andare a vivere negli Stati Uniti?Lorenzo, do you want to go live in the United States?
- LorenzoSì, ma prima devo ottenere la green card.Yes, but first I need to get the green card.
- SofiaÈ molto difficile conseguirla?Is it very difficult to obtain it?
- LorenzoSì, richiede molto tempo e documenti.Yes, it requires a lot of time and documents.
