except
The word 'eccetto' is used in Italian to mean 'except'. It is a conjunction that introduces an exception to a rule or statement. For example, 'I like all fruits except apples' would be translated as 'Mi piacciono tutti i frutti eccetto le mele'.
Everyone is invited except Marco.
This phrase indicates that all people are invited to an event, with the specific exception of Marco.
You can choose any dessert, except for the tiramisu.
Here, the speaker mentions that any dessert is available for selection, but specifically excludes tiramisu from that choice.
The classroom is open every day except Monday.
This statement conveys that the classroom has open access during the week, but not on Mondays, highlighting the exception.