in orario
/in oˈra.rjo/word by word
The English phrase 'on time' is translated into Italian as in orario.
The phrase in orario is used to describe someone or something that is punctual or follows a specific schedule.
Meaning: punctual or according to schedule (adj)
What does it mean word for word?
The expression consists of the preposition in (in) and the noun orario (schedule/timetable), literally meaning 'in schedule'.
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adverbial phrase, in orario is invariable, meaning it does not change its form to match the gender or number of the subject.
How do you pronounce it?
It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.
Did you know?
- The root of orario refers to a 'book of hours', which were devotional books used in the Middle Ages to track prayer times.
- In many Italian contexts, such as social gatherings, being in orario might actually be considered slightly too early, as a flexible approach to time is common.
- To describe a person who is habitually punctual, Italians often use the adjective puntuale rather than the phrase in orario, which is more common for trains or buses.
Examples in context
- Lei è in orario.You're on time.This sentence shows how to use in orario to describe someone's current state.Tatoeba #2218529 by Guybrush88, translation #2218323 by CK
- Io sarò in orario.I'll be on time.This sentence demonstrates the use of in orario with a future tense.Tatoeba #2559598 by Guybrush88, translation #2549536 by CK
- Tom era in orario.Tom was on time.This sentence shows how to use in orario when describing a past state.Tatoeba #4508148 by Guybrush88, translation #4501279 by CK
- La riunione inizia puntualmente alle nove.The meeting starts on time at nine.
- Arriviamo in orario al cinema.We arrive on time at the cinema.
- Arriviamo a tempo alla festa stasera.We're arriving on time at the party tonight.
- Il treno parte all'orario prestabilito.The train leaves at the scheduled time.
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Example conversation
Lorenzo and Giulia are waiting for a train at the station.
- LorenzoIl treno è in orario?Is the train on time?
- GiuliaSì, Lorenzo, è in orario.Yes, Lorenzo, it is on time.
- LorenzoOttimo, non voglio ritardi.Great, I don't want any delays.
- GiuliaTranquillo, arriveremo puntuali.Don't worry, we will arrive punctually.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry in orario, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (in, orario) and can differ in connected speech.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
