Italian Phrase
Cos'è una tariffa non rimborsabile?
Meaning
The sentence asks for the definition of a "non‑refundable rate" – a price that cannot be returned if the reservation is cancelled. It is commonly heard in travel, hotel, and airline contexts.
When to use
Use this question when you are comparing booking options, reading the fine print of a travel offer, or speaking with a receptionist or travel agent about the conditions of a reservation.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Cos'èunatariffanonrimborsabile?
Cos'
Contraction of "che" + "è"; used in questions meaning "what is".
è
Third person singular of "essere" (to be) in present indicative.
una
Indefinite article for feminine singular nouns.
tariffa
Feminine noun meaning "rate" or "price".
non
Negation particle placed before the adjective.
rimborsabile
Adjective meaning "refundable"; with "non" it becomes "non‑refundable".
🗨In Conversation
Cos'è una tariffa non rimborsabile?
What is a non‑refundable rate?
È una tariffa più economica, ma se annulli la prenotazione non ti restituiscono i soldi.
It’s a cheaper rate, but if you cancel the booking you won’t get a refund.
✕Common Mistakes
Cos è una tariffa non rimborsabile?
Missing the apostrophe; "Cos'è" is the correct contraction of "che è".
Cos'è una tariffa non rimborsato?
Do not confuse with "non rimborsato" (not refunded). The adjective form is needed here.
Cos'è una tariffa non rimborsabili?
If you use the plural, adjust the article and adjective: "tariffe non rimborsabili".
↔Alternatives
Che cosa significa una tariffa non rimborsabile?
What does a non‑refundable rate mean?
Può spiegarmi la tariffa non rimborsabile?
Can you explain the non‑refundable rate to me?
Cultural Tip
In Italy many hotels and airlines offer "tariffa non rimborsabile" as a way to lower the price. Travelers often accept it when their plans are firm, but they should always read the cancellation policy because Italian consumer law still requires clear disclosure of any fees.