What are some useful Italian phrases for everyday situations

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Here are some useful Italian phrases for everyday situations, organized by context:

Basic Greetings

Ciao! – Hello/Goodbye (informal)
Buongiorno – Good morning
Buonasera – Good evening
Buonanotte – Good night
Come stai? – How are you? (informal)
Come sta? – How are you? (formal)
Piacere – Nice to meet you
Arrivederci – Goodbye (formal)

Polite Expressions

Grazie – Thank you
Grazie mille! – Thanks a lot!
Prego – You’re welcome
Per favore – Please
Mi scusi – Excuse me (formal)
Mi dispiace – I’m sorry

Asking for Help

Potrebbe aiutarmi, per favore? – Could you help me, please? (formal)
Dov’è…? – Where is…?
- Example: Dov’è il bagno? (Where is the bathroom?)
Mi sono perso/a. – I’m lost.
Aiuto! – Help!

Shopping and Dining

Quanto costa? – How much does it cost?
Vorrei… – I would like…
- Example: Vorrei un caffè. (I would like a coffee.)
Il conto, per favore. – The bill, please.
È troppo caro per me. – It’s too expensive for me.

Transportation

Dove si trova la stazione? – Where is the station?
A che ora parte il treno? – What time does the train leave?
Un biglietto per Roma, per favore. – A ticket to Rome, please.

Come ti chiami? – What’s your name? (informal)
Mi chiamo… – My name is…
Di dove sei? – Where are you from? (informal)
Vuoi uscire con noi stasera? – Do you want to go out with us tonight?

Everyday Expressions

Non c’è problema. – No problem.
Che bello! / Che bella! – How beautiful!
Non vedo l’ora! – I can’t wait!
Fa caldo/freddo. – It’s hot/cold.

Emergency Phrases

Ho bisogno di un dottore. – I need a doctor.
Chiami la polizia. – Call the police.
Attento! – Look out!

These phrases cover a range of everyday scenarios and will help you navigate conversations, ask for assistance, and connect with locals while in Italy¹^{, 2}^{, 5}.

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