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Italian Phrase

Anche per buste piccole e piatte.

/ˈaŋ.ke per ˈbus.te ˈpik.ko.le e ˈpjat.te/
Meaning"Also for small and flat envelopes."
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Meaning

The sentence states that something (usually a product, service, or instruction) is also suitable for small, flat envelopes. It emphasizes that the item isn’t limited to larger or bulkier packaging.

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When to use

Use this phrase when describing the versatility of a mailing or packaging solution, such as a label printer, a shipping service, or a protective sleeve, and you want to highlight that it works for the smallest, flattest envelopes as well.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Ancheperbustepiccoleepiatte.

1

Anche

Means 'also' or 'too', used to add something to a previous statement.

2

per + noun

The preposition 'per' introduces the purpose or the object something is suitable for.

3

buste

Plural of 'busta' (envelope). Nouns ending in -a become -e in the plural.

4

piccole & piatte

Adjectives must agree in gender (feminine) and number (plural) with the noun they modify.

5

e

Coordinating conjunction meaning 'and' that links two adjectives.

🗨In Conversation

A

Quali tipi di buste supporta la nuova etichettatrice?

Which types of envelopes does the new labeler support?

Anche per buste piccole e piatte.

Also for small and flat envelopes.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Anche per buste piccole e piatto.

    Adjective must agree with the feminine plural noun 'buste'. Use 'piatte' instead of the masculine singular 'piatto'.

  • Anche per buste piccolo e piatte.

    Same agreement rule – 'piccole' is required for feminine plural.

  • Anche per a buste piccole e piatte.

    Do not combine 'per' with the preposition 'a'. The correct structure is simply 'per buste...'.

↔Alternatives

  • Adatto anche a buste piccole e piatte.

    Suitable also for small and flat envelopes.

  • Va bene anche per buste piccole e piatte.

    Works also for small and flat envelopes.

  • È compatibile anche con buste piccole e piatte.

    It is also compatible with small and flat envelopes.

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Cultural Tip

In Italian business communication, especially in logistics and office supply contexts, it’s common to list the sizes and shapes of packaging that a product can handle. Keep the tone neutral and professional; avoid overly casual language unless you’re speaking with a close colleague.