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Italian Phrase

Gli inquilini devono segnalare le riparazioni necessarie il prima possibile.

/ʎi iŋ.kwi.ˈli.ni ˈde.vo.no seɲ.ɲa.ˈla.re le ri.pa.rat.ˈtsjo.ni ne.tʃes.ˈsa.rje il ˈpri.ma pos.ˈsi.bi.le/
Meaning"Tenants must report necessary repairs as soon as possible."
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Meaning

This sentence describes a formal obligation for individuals renting a property to notify the landlord or management about maintenance issues. It uses the modal verb 'dovere' to express a duty and emphasizes the urgency of the action.

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When to use

This phrase is most commonly used in the context of rental agreements, housing rules, or legal discussions regarding property management. It is appropriate for formal documents or when explaining tenant responsibilities.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Gli inquilinidevonosegnalarele riparazioninecessarieil prima possibile

1

Gli inquilini

'Gli' is the plural masculine article used before nouns starting with a vowel, such as 'inquilini'.

2

Devono

The third-person plural of 'dovere' (must/have to), indicating a strong obligation.

3

Il prima possibile

A fixed idiomatic expression meaning 'as soon as possible' or 'at the earliest opportunity'.

🗨In Conversation

A

C'è una perdita d'acqua in bagno.

There is a water leak in the bathroom.

Gli inquilini devono segnalare le riparazioni necessarie il prima possibile.

Tenants must report necessary repairs as soon as possible.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Gli inquilini devono di segnalare le riparazioni.

    The modal verb 'dovere' is followed directly by the infinitive; do not use the preposition 'di'.

  • Gli inquilini devono segnalare le riparazioni necessario.

    Adjectives must agree in gender and number with the noun; 'riparazioni' is feminine plural, so 'necessarie' is required.

↔Alternatives

  • Chi affitta deve avvisare se ci sono guasti subito.

    Whoever rents must notify if there are breakdowns immediately.

  • È obbligatorio comunicare eventuali danni tempestivamente.

    It is mandatory to communicate any damages promptly.

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Cultural Tip

In Italian rental culture, it is vital to distinguish between 'ordinaria manutenzione' (small routine repairs) and 'straordinaria manutenzione' (structural repairs). Reporting issues promptly protects the tenant from being blamed for further damage to the property.