How do I ask about someone's favorite food in Italian

Domande Essenziali nella Vita Quotidiana in Italiano: How do I ask about someone's favorite food in Italian

To ask someone about their favorite food in Italian, you can say:

“Qual è il tuo cibo preferito?” (informal) – This translates to “What is your favorite food?” and is used when speaking to someone you know well, such as a friend or peer⁶^{, 7}.
“Qual è il suo cibo preferito?” (formal) – This is the formal version, appropriate for addressing someone you don’t know well or in a professional setting⁷.

If you want to ask about their favorite dish specifically, you can use:

“Qual è il tuo piatto preferito?” (informal) or “Qual è il suo piatto preferito?” (formal), which translates to “What is your favorite dish?”⁶.

These phrases are polite and commonly used in Italian conversations.

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