How to ask someone out romantically in Italian

To ask someone out romantically in Italian, common phrases include:

• Vorresti uscire con me? (Would you like to go out with me?)
• Ti va di prendere un caffè insieme? (Do you want to have a coffee together?)
• Mi piacerebbe conoscerti meglio, ti va di uscire con me? (I would like to get to know you better, do you want to go out with me?)
• Ti piacerebbe uscire stasera? (Would you like to go out tonight?)
• Posso offrirti una cena? (Can I offer you dinner?)

These phrases are polite, romantic, and commonly used to invite someone on a date in Italian. Adding a smile and gentle tone helps make the invitation romantic. Context and the relationship level will guide the best choice of phrase. ¹

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