Category: People
Italian Phrase: Promesso
English Translation: Permit me (to pass)
Rome is a haven for huge crowds. They take over piazze, block the narrow streets, and bestow a sardine-like sensation on public transportation. Walking through them safely requires a bit of finesse; be sure to have a scusi or promesso ready as you dive elbow-first in to the fray. While scusi can mean “excuse me” or “sorry,” promesso is specific to the task at hand and therefore tends to be more effective. It was an invaluable tool for carving a path through a swarm of grocery shoppers at Despar yesterday. I’m sure the hordes of revelers celebrating Notte Bianca tonight won’t be quite as accommodating.
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