Common Italian Phrases for English Speakers to Start Using Today
Understanding Common Greetings
Greetings are the first expressions you will encounter and use when learning Italian. Familiarize yourself with these everyday salutations to start conversations effortlessly.
Ciao
Hello
Buongiorno
Good morning
Buonasera
Good evening
Arrivederci
Goodbye
A più tardi
See you later
Basic Questions to Know
Once you say hello, you might need to ask or answer some basic questions. Here are some essential phrases.
Come stai?
How are you?
Come ti chiami?
What is your name?
Di dove sei?
Where are you from?
Che ore sono?
What time is it?
Quanto costa?
How much does this cost?
Expressing Courtesy
Politeness never goes out of style. Knowing how to be courteous in Italian will make your conversations smoother and more pleasant.
Per favore
Please
Grazie
Thank you
Prego
You're welcome
Scusa
Excuse me
Mi dispiace
I'm sorry
Important Verbs in Context
Learning key verbs can help you articulate yourself better. Let's look at some useful verbs in context.
Mi piace
I like
Ho bisogno
I need
Voglio
I want
Ho
I have
Posso
I can
Emergency Expressions
When traveling, safety phrases are crucial. Here are several emergency expressions you might need.
Aiuto!
Help!
Chiama la polizia
Call the police
Ho bisogno di un medico
I need a doctor
Dov'è l'ospedale?
Where is the hospital?
Mi sono perso
I'm lost
Further Reading
- Basic Italian Vocabulary
A comprehensive list of essential Italian words.
- Common Italian Phrases
Perfect for improving conversational skills.
- Popular Italian Expressions
Understand everyday Italian expressions.