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How to Say "My passport was stolen" in Italian
How to report a stolen passport in Italian to the authorities. Essential for travelers in an emergency.
Mi hanno rubato il passaporto.
mee ahn-NOH roo-BAH-toh eel pahs-soh-POHR-tohneutral
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Use this phrase when you need to report your passport stolen to the police (Polizia di Stato or Carabinieri). It's crucial for filing a report to get a replacement.
Alternatives
- Il mio passaporto è stato rubato.This is a more literal translation, also perfectly fine.
- Ho subito un furto di passaporto.Slightly more formal, emphasizes the 'act of theft'.
Ways to get it wrong
Rubato vs. Rubbish
'Rubato' means stolen; 'rubbish' is 'spazzatura' (trash).
Passaporto stress
Stress the 'POHR' syllable: pas-soh-POHR-toh, not 'PAS-soh-pohrt-oh'.
A small cultural note
In Italy, when reporting a crime, clarity and directness are appreciated. The police will likely ask for details about where and when it happened.
Frequently asked
What do I say to the police if my passport is stolen?
You say 'Mi hanno rubato il passaporto.' Be prepared to give details about the theft.
How to say passport stolen in Italian?
The most common way is 'Mi hanno rubato il passaporto.' This literally means 'They stole my passport.'
What's the difference between 'rubato' and 'perso'?
'Rubato' means stolen, implying someone took it. 'Perso' means lost, implying you misplaced it.
