jet
The Italian word for engine is jet.
Meaning: engine (noun)
Did you know?
- If an Italian describes a plane as a reazione, they are using the native term for 'jet-powered', which literally translates to 'by reaction'.
- If you are talking about a 'jet' of water from a tap, an Italian would never use the word jet. Instead, they would use the word getto, which describes a stream or spurt of liquid.
- In a nautical context, a water-jet propulsion system is called idrojet, blending the Greek 'hydro' with the English 'jet'.
Examples in context
- Avevo il jet lag.I had jet lag.This sentence shows how to use jet in the context of jet lag.Tatoeba #5829357 by Guybrush88, translation #5829216 by CK
- Tom ha un jet privato.Tom has a private jet.This sentence demonstrates the use of jet when talking about private aircraft.Tatoeba #2181582 by Guybrush88, translation #1395323 by Spamster
- Il jet atterrò a Tokyo.The jet landed at Tokyo.This sentence illustrates the use of jet in a sentence about landing.Tatoeba #2181559 by Guybrush88, translation #53697 by CK
- Preferisco viaggiare con un aereo di linea per i voli transatlantici.I prefer traveling with a jet liner for transatlantic flights.
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Example conversation
Alessandro and Giulia are discussing a new plane at an aviation show.
- AlessandroGuarda che potenza ha questo jet!Look at how powerful this jet is!
- GiuliaSì, è un modello davvero moderno.Yes, it is a really modern model.
- AlessandroIl rumore del jet è incredibile.The sound of the jet is incredible.
- GiuliaHai ragione, Alessandro, è impressionante.You are right, Alessandro, it is impressive.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
