How to Say ‘Can you’ in Italian
Puoi
PWAW-ee
[PWAW-ee]
💬 Usage Tip: From the verb 'potere', used for asking permission or possibility.
🇮🇹 In Italy: Italians often start requests with 'puoi'. Politeness is key!
Phrase Breakdown
Puoi
[PWAW-ee]
Can
Second person singular of 'potere', indicating ability.
Puoi portare la pizza velocemente?
Can you bring the pizza quickly?
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