Pass

/pˈɑːs/

/ˈpæs/

Definizione e Significato di "pass"

to pass

VERBO

passare

to approach a specific place, object, or person and move past them

Intransitive

Transitive: to pass sb/sth

Example

We passed a group of students outside the theatre.

On the way to the station she passed a cinema.

You 'll pass a bank on the way to the train station.

1.1

attraversare, passare

to go to a place or to travel through it

Intransitive: to pass somewhere

passare, trasmettere

to transfer the possession of something to someone else, particularly by putting it in their hands or somewhere reachable

Ditransitive: to pass sb sth | to pass sth to sb

Transitive: to pass sth

Example

Pass the salt, please.

She passed a cup of tea to the headmaster.

Can you pass me that bag by your feet?

2.1

trasmettere, contagiare

(of an illness) to be transmitted to someone else

Ditransitive: to pass a disease to sb

Example

Someone who is pregnant can pass a disease to their child.

2.2

trasferire, cedere

to transfer rights, ownership, or properties to someone else, typically through a legal or formal process

Ditransitive: to pass rights, ownership or properties to sb

Example

These powers were eventually passed to municipalities.

After his death, the ownership of the company was passed to his wife.

The landlord decided to pass the ownership of the building to a new investor.

2.3

trasmettere, cedere

(of wealth or ownership rights) to be given to another person after the owner's demise

Transitive: to pass to sb

Example

On his death, the title passed to his eldest son.

After the CEO 's sudden passing, the company 's shares passed to the shareholders.

The ancestral land passed to the indigenous community after the landowner 's passing.

passare

(of time) to go by

Intransitive

Example

Days passed without any news from the job interview.

Minutes passed slowly during the boring lecture.

Hours passed as they enjoyed their time at the park.

3.1

trascorrere, occupare

to occupy one's time, particularly if one is bored or is waiting for something to happen

Transitive: to pass time

Example

We sang songs to pass the time.

How do you pass the long winter nights?

3.2

passare, finire

to be stopped or come to an end

Intransitive

Example

The feeling of sickness soon passed.

After a couple of hours the storm passed.

It 's just a phase which will eventually pass.

passare, trasmettere

(of words, looks, etc.) to be transferred from one person to another; to happen between two people

Intransitive

Example

A glance of recognition passed between them.

superare, passare

to get the necessary grades in an exam, test, course, etc.

Transitive: to pass a test

Intransitive

Example

He has n’t passed his driving test yet.

I 'm not really expecting to pass first time.

Did you pass all your exams?

trapassare, decedere

to die (often used with on)

Intransitive

Example

His father had passed to the afterlife.

passare

to give the ball to a teammate by kicking, throwing, etc.

Transitive: to pass the ball

Example

He passed the ball to Sterling.

His intent was to pass the ball forward rather than knock it back.

approvare

to make or accept a law by voting or by decree

Transitive: to pass a law

Example

The government has passed new legislation to protect consumers.

The first Transport Act was passed in 1907.

In 1996, Congress unanimously passed the Food Quality Protection Act.

trasmettere, passare

to give a piece of information or a task to someone else, so they can handle it

Ditransitive: to pass information or a task to sb

Example

I ’ll pass the information on to our sales department.

passare, occorere

to take place or be said

Intransitive

Example

They 'll never be friends again after all that has passed between them.

passare, essere accettato

to be allowed without objection

Intransitive

Example

Her remarks passed without comment.

I do n't like it, but I 'll let it pass.

passare, trasferirsi

to switch from one condition or state into another

Example

She had passed from childhood to early womanhood.

The chemical passes from a liquid to a solid state during the cooling process.

superare, oltrepassare

to go over a particular sum or amount

exceed

top

surpass

Transitive: to pass a sum or amount

Example

Unemployment has now passed the three million mark.

The number of unemployed has passed the two million mark for the first time.

13.1

sorpassare, oltrepassare

to move beyond what one can comprehend, believe, etc.

Transitive: to pass belief or understanding

Example

It passes belief that she could do such a thing.

urinare, defecare

to send waste substances out from the bladder or bowels

Transitive: to pass body waste

Example

See your doctor immediately if you pass any blood.

If you 're passing blood you ought to see a doctor.

approvare, passare

to be granted authorization

Intransitive

Example

The bill passed despite fierce opposition.

rifiutare, declinare

to reject an invitation or offer

Intransitive: to pass on an invitation or offer

16.1

passare, non rispondere

to give no answer to the question one is asked due to not knowing the answer or being unwilling to share the answer

Intransitive

esprimere, pronunciare

to state something, particularly officially and in the presence of others

Transitive: to pass a judgement

Example

The court waited in silence for the judge to pass sentence.

It 's not for me to pass judgement on your behaviour.

passare, cedere

(in card games) to give up one's turn and refuse to play

Intransitive

Example

I 'll pass

superare, passare

to move in front of another vehicle that is going more slowly

Transitive: to pass a vehicle

Example

The bus is passing a bicycle right now.

He passed the slow car carefully last night.

She passes the truck on the highway every morning.

Pass

SOSTANTIVO

pass, permesso

a document or permit that grants authorization, often for entry or passage

What is a "pass"?

A pass is a document or permit that gives someone permission to enter a restricted area or to travel through certain spaces. It is often required for access to places like buildings, events, or secure locations. Passes may be temporary or permanent and are typically issued by authorities or organizations to control entry. The purpose of a pass is to ensure that only authorized individuals can enter specific places or use certain services, providing security and organization.

Example

They issued a temporary pass for visitors to the construction site.

He showed his annual pass to enter the national park.

The city pass provided discounted admission to museums and attractions.

passaggio, palla

(sports) the act of transferring the ball to a teammate, typically by throwing, kicking, or otherwise moving the ball to maintain possession or advance play

Example

The quarterback threw a perfect pass to the wide receiver.

He made a quick pass to his teammate in front of the goal.

The basketball player 's pass found its target despite heavy defense.

passaggio, ballo

(baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls

autorizzazione, permesso

(military) a written leave of absence

passaggio, passo

a play where the quarterback throws the football to a teammate to advance the ball down the field

What is a "pass"?

A pass in football is when the quarterback throws the ball to a teammate, usually a receiver, in an attempt to move the ball forward. The goal of the pass is to cover distance quickly, allowing the team to get closer to the opponent’s end zone and score. The player receiving the pass must catch the ball while trying to avoid being tackled by defenders. A pass is a key part of the game and is used to create opportunities for the team to gain yards and set up a potential score.

Example

His pass floated over the defenders ' heads.

The quarterback completed a 20-yard pass to the wide receiver.

He threw a quick pass to the running back.

passaggio, sorvolo

a flight or run by an aircraft over a target

pass, autorizzazione

a document indicating permission to do something without restrictions

passo, valico

the location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks

tentativo, prova

a usually brief attempt

superamento, passaggio

a successful outcome indicating that a test or requirement has been satisfied

What is a "pass"?

A pass is a grade given when a student successfully meets the minimum requirements or standards for a test or assignment. It indicates that the student has demonstrated enough understanding or skill to fulfill the expectations of the task. A passing grade shows that the student has met the basic level of performance needed to move forward or complete the course or exam.

Example

The students celebrated their passes in the final exams with joy and relief.

A pass in the entrance exam was required for admission to the prestigious university.

To graduate, students must obtain a pass in all required courses.

permesso, autorizzazione

a permit to enter or leave a military installation

passaggio automatico, qualificazione automatica

an automatic advance to the next round in a tournament without playing an opponent

pass, biglietto omaggio

a complimentary ticket

momento difficile, fase critica

a difficult juncture