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to pass on
[phrase form: pass]
01
tramandare
to transfer the possession or ownership of something to another person
Transitive: to pass on ownership of something to sb
Example
The company passed on the ownership of the property to a new investor.
The couple decided to pass on the family business to their children.
After much consideration, she chose to pass on her late mother 's jewelry to her niece.
02
è passato, è deceduto
to no longer be alive
Intransitive
Example
He passed on peacefully in his sleep.
She passed on in her hometown, where she had lived her entire life.
It 's been a year since my uncle passed on, and we still miss him dearly.
03
trasmettere, far sapere
to convey information or a message to another person
Transitive: to pass on information or a message to sb
Example
I 'll pass on your greetings to the team.
She wanted me to pass on this book recommendation to you.
Can you pass on this message to Jessica when you see her?
04
trasmettere, passare
to transfer knowledge, traditions, or skills to another person or group, often to ensure they are preserved or continued
Transitive: to pass on information or skills
Example
Grandparents often pass on family histories and traditions to their grandchildren through tales and anecdotes.
Teachers not only deliver lessons but also pass on critical life skills and values to their students.
The martial arts instructor decided to pass on his advanced techniques only to his most dedicated students.
05
trasmettere, contagiare
to transfer a disease or infection from one person, animal, or organism to others
Transitive: to pass on a disease or infection
Example
Sick people can easily pass on the flu to others if they do n't take precautions.
Vaccinations can help reduce the chance of passing on infectious diseases.
06
rifiutare, declinare
to politely decline an offer or opportunity
Transitive: to pass on an offer or opportunity
Example
Though it sounded tempting, he chose to pass on the deal.
After feeling unwell, she decided to pass on lunch.
07
passare, avanzare
to move forward
Intransitive
Example
They encountered a blockade on the main road, so they decided to pass on through a side street.
It 's crowded in the hallway, so let 's wait for the group ahead to pass on before we continue.
We need to wait for the cars to pass on before we can safely merge into the next lane.
08
avanzare, passare a un livello superiore
to move forward in life, career, or personal development
Intransitive: to pass on to a further stage
09
trasmettere, passare
to actively contribute to the spread of something
Transitive: to pass on sth
Example
Pass on the flyers to people as they enter the event.
Yesterday, we passed on the handouts to diners as they entered the restaurant.
She is passing on the information cards to shoppers as they register.
10
inoltrare, trasmettere
to refer someone or something to another person for a decision or judgment
Transitive: to pass on a task or responsibility to sb
Example
After the initial review, the editor passed on the manuscript to the chief editor for final approval.
11
trasmettere, donare
to give an item to another person after using it
Transitive: to pass on sth to sb
Example
She passed on her old toys to children in the neighborhood.
Esempio
The company passed on the ownership of the property to a new investor.
The couple decided to pass on the family business to their children.
After much consideration, she chose to pass on her late mother's jewelry to her niece.
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