Italian · Getting around
Italian phrases for getting around
Ask where something is, buy a ticket, understand the answer. These ten sentences cover trains, buses, taxis and directions.
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Step 4Vorrei un tavolo per due.
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| # | English | Italian |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Where is the train station? | Dov'è la stazione? |
| 2 | How do I get to the airport? | Come arrivo all'aeroporto? |
| 3 | One ticket to the city center, please. | Un biglietto per il centro, per favore. |
| 4 | What time does the train leave? | A che ora parte il treno? |
| 5 | Which platform? | Quale binario? |
| 6 | Does this bus go to the museum? | Questo autobus va al museo? |
| 7 | Turn left at the corner. | Giri a sinistra all'angolo. |
| 8 | Go straight ahead. | Vada dritto. |
| 9 | Is it far? | È lontano? |
| 10 | Can you show me on the map? | Può mostrarmelo sulla mappa? |
Three phrases that save you
You will not always understand the reply. These work in every situation, so learn them first.
| English | Italian |
|---|---|
| Could you repeat that, please? | Può ripetere, per favore? |
| Please speak more slowly. | Parli più lentamente, per favore. |
| I do not understand. | Non capisco. |
Tips
- Asking is easy. Understanding the answer is the hard part, so learn left, right and straight on cold.
- Show the destination on your phone and ask them to point. It beats a long spoken answer.
- Learn the numbers 1 to 20. Platforms, buses and times all use them.
These sentences use Lei, the polite form, which is right with anyone you do not know. Use tu with friends, children and people who offer it.
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How do you say “Where is the train station” in Italian?
“Dov'è la stazione?”.
What are the most useful Italian phrases for getting around?
“Dov'è la stazione?” (Where is the train station?) “Come arrivo all'aeroporto?” (How do I get to the airport?) “Un biglietto per il centro, per favore.” (One ticket to the city center, please.) “A che ora parte il treno?” (What time does the train leave?) “Quale binario?” (Which platform?)
What should I say if I do not understand the answer in Italian?
Say “Non capisco.” (I do not understand.), then “Parli più lentamente, per favore.” (Please speak more slowly.) or “Può ripetere, per favore?” (Could you repeat that, please?).
How do I learn these Italian phrases quickly?
Say each sentence out loud, not just read it. Ten sentences a day for a week is plenty before a trip. 4ToSpeak has you hear each one, build it, and say it aloud with feedback.
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