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How to Say โ€˜To have you hereโ€™ in Italian

Averti qui

ah-VEHR-tee kwee

[ah-VEHR-tee kwee]

๐Ÿ’ฌ Usage Tip: Combines 'avere' (to have) with 'qui' (here). Commonly used when hosting.

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น In Italy: A comforting phrase often used by Italians to express hospitality and warmth.

Phrase Breakdown

Averti

[ah-VEHR-tee]

to have you

Expresses the act of having someone present.

Example

รˆ bello averti qui con noi.

It's nice to have you here with us.

qui

[kwee]

here

Refers to being at this specific place.

Example

Siamo felici che sei qui.

We are happy that you are here.

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