a che scopo

what's the point?

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phrase Rare #40,486
what's the point? Used to ask about the purpose or usefulness of something. A more formal equivalent of “what's the point?”
IT: A che scopo continuare questa discussione?
EN: What's the point of continuing this discussion?

A che scopo, signor Doria?

For what purpose, Mr. Doria?

— Contrattempo (2017)

A che scopo preservare la vita visto l'uso che ne fate?

What’s the point of preserving life, given the way you use it?

— Il quinto elemento (1997)

A che scopo?

For what purpose?

— Blow Out (1981)

A che scopo?

For what purpose?

— Mosca non crede alle lacrime (1980)