Talk Italian - Ordering an aperitif in a bar - Key language |
| Italian | English |
| Signore, Signora |
Sir, Madam, also used when trying to get the attention of a waiter, waitress |
| un aperitivo | an aperitif |
| Volentieri! | Yes, that's very kind! |
| certo | of course |
| subito | straight away |
| Grazie! | Thank you! |
| Prego! | used in response to Grazie! |
| Cin cin! | Cheers! |
| Italian | English |
| Prende un aperitivo? | Would you like an aperitif? formal |
| Prendo un aperitivo analcolico | I'll have a non-alcoholic aperitif |
|
Per... ...chi è? ...il signore ...me |
Who is it for? For the gentleman For me |
| Li porto | I'll bring them |