passage
The Italian word 'passaggio' is used in the same way as the English word 'passage'. It refers to a short section of text or music, a journey from one place to another, or a path or channel for movement or transportation. It can also refer to the act of moving or the process of passing through something. In conversation, it might be used to describe a transitional period or a brief moment in time.
Can I have a lift to downtown?
This sentence is used when the speaker is requesting for a ride to the downtown area. The phrase 'un passaggio' is commonly used in Italian to ask for a ride.
The passage of the train is very noisy.
This sentence is used to denote that the sound created during the transition or movement of the train (passaggio del treno) is loud or disturbing.
I can't do without the pedestrian crossing.
This phrase is used to express the speaker's dependency on the pedestrian crossing (passaggio pedonale) for their regular routine or for safety while crossing roads.