straordinari

Straordinari is an Italian term that functions as both an adjective and a noun. As an adjective, it is the plural masculine form of straordinario and describes what is extraordinary or exceptional. In everyday Italian, it appears in expressions such as eventi straordinari or risultati straordinari. As a noun, gli straordinari refers to overtime hours worked beyond standard schedules, commonly spoken of in labor and employment contexts.

Etymology: The word derives from Latin extraordinarius, formed from extra ('beyond') and ordinarius ('ordinary').

Usage and context: In labor and employment contexts, ore straordinarie are hours worked beyond the contractual ordinary schedule. They are usually compensated at a higher wage rate; the exact rules and rates vary by contract and national law and may include limits on hours and mandatory rest periods.

Broader usage: In general language, straordinari also means remarkable or exceptional, used to describe achievements or measures that go beyond the ordinary. Phrases such as piani straordinari or eventi straordinari reflect this broader sense.

See also: The term appears in human resources, labor law, and everyday Italian, where it can describe both exceptional events and overtime work. While primarily Italian, its recognition may appear in multilingual discussions of work hours and employment practices.