Italian Phrase
Che effetti ha a lungo termine?
Meaning
The sentence asks about the long‑term effects or consequences of something that has just been mentioned. It is a neutral, inquisitive way to request information about outcomes that may appear after an extended period.
When to use
Use this question when discussing health treatments, environmental policies, technological innovations, or any situation where the future impact matters. It works both in formal settings (e.g., a doctor‑patient conversation) and informal chats among friends.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Cheeffettihaalungotermine?
Che (interrogative adjective)
Used before a noun to ask 'what' or 'which'. It agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies.
effetti (noun, plural)
Plural form of 'effetto', meaning 'effects' or 'consequences'.
ha (present of avere)
Third‑person singular present of 'avere' – here it refers to the subject that is understood from context.
a lungo termine (idiomatic phrase)
Literally 'in long term', used to talk about consequences that appear after a considerable period of time.
🗨In Conversation
Che effetti ha a lungo termine?
What long‑term effects does it have?
Gli studi mostrano che può aumentare il rischio di ipertensione dopo cinque anni.
Studies show that it can increase the risk of hypertension after five years.
✕Common Mistakes
Che effetto ha a lungo termine?
Singular 'effetto' does not match the plural 'effects' implied by the context; use 'effetti' unless you are sure there is only one effect.
Che effetti ha a lungo termine
Missing the question mark can make the sentence read as a statement rather than a question.
Che effetti ha a lungo termine, voi?
Adding 'voi' after the question is redundant; the verb already signals the subject.
↔Alternatives
Quali sono gli effetti a lungo termine?
What are the long‑term effects?
Che conseguenze ha nel tempo?
What consequences does it have over time?
Che impatto ha a lungo termine?
What impact does it have in the long run?
Cultural Tip
In Italian the phrase 'a lungo termine' is very common in scientific, medical and economic discourse. When speaking to someone you don’t know well, use the formal 'Lei' form (e.g., 'Che effetti ha a lungo termine, dottore?'). In casual conversation among peers, the informal 'tu' is fine. Also, avoid mixing singular and plural – say 'Che effetto' only if you refer to a single effect.