How do you say "I would like to book a table." in Italian?

"I would like to book a table." in Italian is "Vorrei prenotare un tavolo.". This phrase is commonly used in Italy.

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How to Say ‘I would like to book a table.’ in Italian

Q: What does "Vorrei prenotare un tavolo." mean in English?

"Vorrei prenotare un tavolo." means "I would like to book a table." in English. Usage tip: [Vorrei] makes the request sound polite and less direct than a plain present-tense statement. The same pattern works for lots of service situations: [vorrei prenotare], [vorrei ordinare], [vorrei un'acqua].

Vorrei prenotare un tavolo.

vohr-RAY preh-noh-tah-REH oon TAH-voh-loh

[vohr-RAY preh-noh-tah-REH oon TAH-voh-loh]

💬 Usage Tip: [Vorrei] makes the request sound polite and less direct than a plain present-tense statement. The same pattern works for lots of service situations: [vorrei prenotare], [vorrei ordinare], [vorrei un'acqua].

Phrase Breakdown

Vorrei

[vohr-RAY]

I would like

A polite expression for making a request.

Example

Vorrei prenotare un tavolo per stasera.

I would like to book a table for tonight.

prenotare

[preh-noh-tah-REH]

to reserve; to book

Used when arranging a table at a restaurant in advance.

Example

Telefoniamo per prenotare prima di arrivare.

We call to book before arriving.

Un tavolo

oon TAH-voh-loh

A table

Refers to a restaurant table; the object being reserved.

Example

Avete un tavolo per due?

Do you have a table for two?

Words in this phrase

[oon]

a; an

An indefinite article before a masculine singular noun like tavolo.

Example

Cerco un posto tranquillo e un tavolo comodo.

I’m looking for a quiet place and a comfortable table.

tavolo

[TAH-voh-loh]

table

A restaurant table for guests.

Example

Il cameriere prepara il tavolo vicino alla porta.

The waiter prepares the table near the door.

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