My friends often ask me to teach them “cool Italian words” or “romantic Italian phrases” that usually get them or me in trouble (but could also cause some unsuspecting victim to fall in love with you… so be careful!) I enjoy just hearing them give it a try… it reminds me of my Italian-American “friend” Joey Tribbiani’s experience trying to learn French (Joey gave me the inspiration to submit my entry to World Nutella Day this year) check it out.
So, if you’re looking for a few romantic Italian phrases here are few easy and tame ones to help you get started. (I’m not a certified translator, so this is “more or less”)
- Sei una ragazza/donna fantastica = you’re a fantastic women
- Stiamo bene insiemi = we’re good together
- ti voglio un mondo di bene = You mean the world to me/ I care about you a great deal
- Quanto sei figa! = You’re a hotty (using the word “figa” could get you in trouble as it has several meanings, which I won’t explain here.)
- ti amo = I love you (this one is world renown but it never gets old!)
- mi fido di te = I trust you
What are some of your favorite romantic Italian phrases?
Funny. I miss my “Friends”. My favorite Italian word is “mangia” – maybe not so romantic but I bet a lot of people agree with me. And it could be romantic depending on the circumstances.
I don’t know if it’s romantic but the Italian laughed when I said it and asked me where I had learned it…ah, the internets!
“Sei figo della madonna”
I think I’ve been to that village. Isn’t it just outside L’Air du Temps?
Ti amo always works. My entire family is fond of Mangia! Is that romantic? The dog loves it.
Oh! You wouldn’t mind a “Sisterhood” award, would you? I couldn’t resist. I love your blog. Where is written that all bloggers-food-related are from women?
“Scommetto che cucini proprio bene” (I bet you cook really well).
It sounds innocent, but the aim is to get an invitation for dinner
Joan… it’s romantic to me! You had me at “Mangia”
Piccola… that’s like a SUPER hotty!
Sally, I think you’re right… too funny!
Claudia, my dog is in love with Mangia… go figure! I don’t know what a sisterhood award is but I’ll come take a look.. should I be scared?
Andrea… I like your style! dirty trick but I’ll use it! ha ha!