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Thank goodness / what a relief / luckily / just as well — the Italian sigh of relief. Literally "less bad", it celebrates narrowly-avoided trouble.
Just think / imagine — “pensa” is the imperative (2nd person singular) of “pensare” (to think), used as an interjection to invite the listener to reflect or to …
Right away / immediately / at once. The word that signals speed and promptness — "subito!" is the crisp "right away!" Italians love to hear.
Lucky you! / good for you! — “beato te” expresses envy (usually playful) toward someone's fortunate situation. It literally means “blessed/fortunate you”. The a…
Incredible / unbelievable — adjective expressing amazement or astonishment.
Enjoy your meal / bon appétit
Listen / look here / hey. The attention-getting word — "senti" grabs the listener before making a point, a request, or a confession.
Perfect! / spot on! / just right! "Perfetto!" is the satisfied "perfect!" that approves a plan, a result, or an arrangement.
Why / because — the question word for reasons and the answer word for causes. One Italian word does double duty as both "why" and "because".
No way! / not at all! / what are you talking about! The emphatic denial that sweeps away a suggestion, an assumption, or a compliment with a single dismissive b…
Absolutely! / definitely! / completely! The emphatic intensifier that locks in a yes, a no, or an adjective — "assolutamente sì!".
Agreed / OK / all right / deal — the Italian seal of accord. Literally "of/with the chord/accord", it signals agreement, harmony, a settled decision.
Goodbye — formal Italian farewell used in all contexts.
Nothing / never mind / no problem. "Niente" is the all-purpose "nothing" — as a reply it means "nothing's wrong" or "it's nothing / don't mention it".
Congratulations — formal plural noun used to express praise or celebrate an achievement.
Don't mention it / Not at all — polite response to thanks, meaning 'it was nothing'.
