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How to Say โ€˜There areโ€™ in Italian

Ci sono

chee SOH-noh

[chee SOH-noh]

๐Ÿ’ฌ Usage Tip: [Ci sono] means "there are," and it's also the normal way to ask if something is available: [Ci sono tavoli fuori?] or [Ci sono menu vegetariani?].

Phrase Breakdown

Ci

[chee]

there

Part of the expression 'ci sono,' used to say that things exist or are available.

Example

Ci sono offerte speciali questa sera?

Are there special offers this evening?

sono

[SOH-noh]

are

Part of 'ci sono,' meaning 'there are' for plural items.

Example

Ci sono piatti vegetariani nel menu?

Are there vegetarian dishes on the menu?

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