How to Say ‘Okay.’ in Italian
Va bene.
vah BEH-neh
[vah BEH-neh]
🇮🇹 In Italy: [va bene] is one of the most common, natural ways to agree in Italy. It works in casual and polite situations and often sounds warmer than a bare [sì].
Phrase Breakdown
Va
[vah]
it goes
Part of the fixed expression va bene, meaning okay or that's fine.
Va bene, ci vediamo alle sei.
Okay, see you at six.
bene
[BEH-neh]
well
Part of va bene, a common expression for agreement.
Va bene, confermo subito.
Alright, I'll confirm right away.
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