How to Say ‘Do you have’ in Italian
Avete
ah-VEH-teh
[ah-VEH-teh]
💬 Usage Tip: From avere = to have. Avete is the plural/formal 'you have,' perfect for speaking to shop staff politely.
🇮🇹 In Italy: Using the plural form with staff is standard and sounds natural, even if only one person is serving you.
Phrase Breakdown
Avete
[ah-VEH-teh]
do you have
Second person plural of avere; used to ask a shopkeeper or group if they have something available.
Avete porcini freschi oggi?
Do you have fresh porcini today?
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