معنی
Speaking instead of writing.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Italy, many business deals start 'a voce' over coffee. The formal contract often comes much later, as the verbal agreement builds the necessary 'fiducia' (trust). In regions like Sicily or Campania, 'a voce' is often accompanied by specific gestures that clarify the meaning, making the spoken word much richer than anything written. The 'esame orale' (oral exam) is a staple of the Italian school system. Students are expected to explain complex topics 'a voce' from a young age. Historically, the 'testimone oculare' (eyewitness) who reports 'a voce' has always held a high status in Italian social justice, reflecting a culture of oral testimony.
The 'Basta Messaggi' Rule
If you've sent more than 3 texts about a complex topic, it's time to say 'Parliamone a voce'.
Volume vs. Medium
Don't say 'a voce' if you want someone to speak up in a noisy room. Use 'più forte' or 'ad alta voce'.
معنی
Speaking instead of writing.
The 'Basta Messaggi' Rule
If you've sent more than 3 texts about a complex topic, it's time to say 'Parliamone a voce'.
Volume vs. Medium
Don't say 'a voce' if you want someone to speak up in a noisy room. Use 'più forte' or 'ad alta voce'.
The Handshake
In Italy, an agreement 'a voce' is often sealed with a firm handshake. It's a sign of honor.
خودت رو بسنج
Complete the sentence with the correct phrase.
Non voglio scrivere un'email, preferisco parlarne ___.
'A voce' is the standard phrase for 'verbally'.
Which sentence means 'We made a verbal agreement'?
Scegli la frase corretta:
'A voce alta' would mean you shouted the agreement.
Fill in the missing part of the dialogue.
A: 'Ti mando un messaggio con i dettagli?' B: 'No, è complicato. ___.'
The context of 'it's complicated' suggests speaking is better than writing.
🎉 امتیاز: /3
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
A Voce vs. Ad Alta Voce
بانک تمرین
3 تمرینهاNon voglio scrivere un'email, preferisco parlarne ___.
'A voce' is the standard phrase for 'verbally'.
Scegli la frase corretta:
'A voce alta' would mean you shouted the agreement.
A: 'Ti mando un messaggio con i dettagli?' B: 'No, è complicato. ___.'
The context of 'it's complicated' suggests speaking is better than writing.
🎉 امتیاز: /3
سوالات متداول
10 سوالYes! 'A voce' applies to any spoken communication, whether in person, on the phone, or via a video call.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
'Verbalmente' is more technical and formal, often used in legal or academic contexts. 'A voce' is the everyday version.
No, it is a fixed expression. It always stays 'a voce'.
Technically yes, but it sounds redundant. Italians always prefer 'a voce'.
You can use 'passaparola' or say 'la notizia si è diffusa a voce'.
Almost. 'A viva voce' is more emphatic, like saying 'with my own living voice'.
No, for singing you would say 'a cappella' (without instruments) or just 'cantare'.
It's cultural. Speaking allows for gestures and tone, which are vital to Italian communication.
Yes, it means 'rumor has it' (literally: a voice is circulating).
عبارات مرتبط
a viva voce
similarIn person and out loud
a quattr'occhi
specialized formFace-to-face / Privately
per iscritto
contrastIn writing
sottovoce
similarIn a whisper / Quietly
ad alta voce
similarLoudly
