Di tanto in tanto
Example: Di tanto in tanto visitiamo i nonni durante il weekend.
Definition
"Di tanto in tanto" is an Italian adverbial phrase used to express that something happens occasionally or from time to time, without a fixed regularity. For example, it means visiting grandparents sporadically rather than frequently or continuously.
Etymology
The phrase "di tanto in tanto" literally translates to 'from so much to so much,' indicating intervals of time. It stems from Italian, where 'tanto' means 'much' or 'a lot,' and the repetition emphasizes irregular, spaced occurrences. The phrase neatly captures the idea of occasional actions.
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