Breakdown of Dopo pranzo, metto le stoviglie in lavastoviglie per risparmiare tempo.
io
I
mettere
to put
in
in
per
for
il pranzo
the lunch
dopo
after
il tempo
the time
risparmiare
to save
la lavastoviglie
the dishwasher
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Questions & Answers about Dopo pranzo, metto le stoviglie in lavastoviglie per risparmiare tempo.
What does "Dopo pranzo" mean in this sentence?
It means "after lunch", indicating the time when the action (putting the dishes away) takes place.
Why is the verb "metto" in the present tense, and what does it indicate about the action?
"Metto" is the first person singular form of the verb "mettere" in the present indicative. It indicates that the speaker routinely performs this action, reflecting a habitual or general practice.
What does "le stoviglie" refer to?
"Le stoviglie" translates to "the dishes" in English, referring to the dinnerware (such as plates, bowls, cutlery) used during a meal.
Why is "lavastoviglie" used without a definite article in this sentence?
In Italian, when referring to household appliances like a dishwasher, it's common and idiomatic to drop the article. Instead of saying "nella lavastoviglie", speakers often simply use "in lavastoviglie" to mean "in the dishwasher".
Why is the verb "risparmiare" in its infinitive form after "per" in "per risparmiare tempo"?
The preposition "per" is used to express purpose or intent, and when it is followed by a verb, that verb is in the infinitive form. Thus, "per risparmiare tempo" means "in order to save time."