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manca

English translation of manca

missing a TV show

In Italian, the word 'manca' is used to express the absence of something or someone. It can refer to a physical absence, such as a person not being present, or to something that is incomplete or lacking. In the context of a TV show, saying 'manca una serie' can indicate that a specific show is not available or no longer airing, conveying a sense of loss or longing for it.


Example sentences using: manca

Ogni volta che non ci sono, mi manca sempre il telefilm.

English translation of Ogni volta che non ci sono, mi manca sempre il telefilm.

Every time I'm not there, I always miss the TV series.

Here, the speaker indicates that their absence causes them to miss the TV series, highlighting a connection between their presence and the enjoyment of the show.

Mi manca la mia serie televisiva preferita.

English translation of Mi manca la mia serie televisiva preferita.

I miss my favorite TV show.

In this phrase, the speaker expresses a feeling of loss for their favorite TV show that they are unable to watch.

Quando non posso vedere la TV, mi manca tanto il programma.

English translation of Quando non posso vedere la TV, mi manca tanto il programma.

When I can't watch TV, I really miss the show.

This example shows how the absence of TV time leads to missing a specific show, emphasizing the importance of that show to the speaker.

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