You walk into a café in Milan at 9 in the morning. The barista smiles and says "Buongiorno!" How do you reply?
Introductions and Greetings
Think you know how Italians greet each other and make introductions? Put your skills to the test with ten lively real-life scenarios, from morning coffee bars to evening dinner parties. Forza, let's see what you've got!
You're at an Italian language exchange event in Bologna and want to ask a fellow student their name. What do you say?
You've just met someone at a language school in Florence. They ask, "Come ti chiami?" How do you tell them your name?
You run into your Italian classmate Marco in the hallway before class. You want to ask how he's doing. What do you say?
Your Italian neighbor greets you at the door and asks, "Come stai?" You're feeling great today. How do you reply?
At a dinner party in Naples, your host introduces you to their friend Giulia. What do you say when you're introduced?
You arrive at a formal Italian restaurant for a 7 p.m. dinner reservation. The elegantly dressed host greets you at the entrance. Which greeting do you use?
You meet your Italian teacher, Signora Rossi, outside the classroom. You want to ask how she is using the formal form out of respect. What do you say?
Your Italian friend Luca asks, "Come stai?" Honestly, you're having an okay but not great day. How do you tell him you're so-so?
You're at a professional networking event in Milan and want to ask an older gentleman his name. Which phrase is most appropriate?