How to Say ‘Is perfect’ in Italian
Va benissimo
vah beh-NEES-see-moh
[vah beh-NEES-see-moh]
💬 Usage Tip: [va benissimo] literally means "it goes very well," but Italians use it for "that's perfect" or "that works great." Same pattern: [va bene] = "that's fine," [mi va bene] = "that works for me."
Phrase Breakdown
Va
[vah]
it goes / it works / it’s fine
From andare; in this expression it means it works or that’s fine.
Per me Va benissimo incontrarci al bar alle otto.
For me, meeting at the bar at eight is perfectly fine.
benissimo
[beh-NEES-see-moh]
perfectly / very well
Strong positive adverb meaning perfectly or very well; often used to accept a suggestion.
Un aperitivo leggero benissimo per iniziare; «Va benissimo» è ancora più naturale.
A light aperitif works well to start; “Va benissimo” is even more natural.
Get the Full Learning Experience
This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.
Pronunciation Feedback
AI-powered speech recognition to perfect your accent
Spaced Repetition
Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice
Immersive Roleplaying
Practice real conversations with AI partners
Custom Scenarios
Request lessons tailored to your specific needs
Get Full LessonWhat Learners Are Saying
“Spent the summer in Tuscany researching Italian cuisine. Being able to chat with nonnas at the market about recipes? Absolutely priceless.”
Grace P., 34, Food Writer
“Working on a project in Milan and needed professional Italian fast. The business scenarios gave me the confidence to present to clients within a month.”
Daniel F., 45, Architect
“Learning a language has never been as immediately impactful. Now I can charm the locals and navigate the food scene like a boss.”
Alex M., 42, Software Engineer