Uno svantaggioso
Example: Accettare un contratto uno svantaggioso può compromettere il futuro.
Definition
"Uno svantaggioso" refers to a disadvantageous or unfavorable situation, condition, or item that causes a negative impact. It implies something that results in a loss, harm, or a less favorable outcome, as in accepting a contract that may compromise future prospects.
Translations
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a disadvantageous -
una desventaja -
nadelig -
desavantatjós -
désavantageux -
nachteilhaft -
desvantajoso
Etymology
The phrase "uno svantaggioso" comes from Italian, where "uno" means "a" or "one" and "svantaggioso" derives from "svantaggio," meaning disadvantage. "Svantaggio" itself comes from Latin roots, combining the prefix 's-' indicating a negative or absence, and 'vantaggio' meaning advantage. Did you know? The term highlights a lack or loss of advantage, making it clear when something is unfavorable.
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