How to Say ‘You are’ in Italian
Sei
seh-ee
[seh-ee]
💬 Usage Tip: [Sei] is the [tu] form of "to be," used with someone you're addressing informally. The formal version would be [è]: [Lei è molto gentile].
🇮🇹 In Italy: At a bar, [tu] is very common when flirting, especially among younger adults. If the setting feels more formal or there's a clear age gap, starting less directly can land better.
Phrase Breakdown
Sei
[seh-ee]
You are
The verb 'to be' for 'you', used to describe the state or characteristic.
Sei un grande amico.
You are a great friend.
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