How to Say ‘Now’ in Italian
Adesso
ah-DESS-soh
[ah-DESS-soh]
💬 Usage Tip: Adesso and ora both mean 'now.' Adesso can sound a bit more conversational.
🇮🇹 In Italy: Great for fresh-food shopping, where what is available can change even within the same day.
Phrase Breakdown
Adesso
[ah-DESS-soh]
now / right now
Used to ask about current availability at this moment.
Adesso avete solo porcini o anche finferli?
Do you have only porcini right now, or chanterelles too?
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