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How to Say ‘With affection’ in Italian

Con affetto

kohn ahf-FET-toh

[kohn ahf-FET-toh]

💬 Usage Tip: Literally “with affection.” It softens what you say and adds warmth.

🇮🇹 In Italy: A phrase like this matches the Italian style of playful teasing without real hostility.

Phrase Breakdown

Con

[kohn]

with

A preposition meaning "with," used to show accompaniment or manner.

Example

Parlo "Con" calma durante la discussione.

I speak with calm during the discussion.

affetto

[ahf-FET-toh]

affection

A noun meaning warmth, fondness, or loving feeling toward someone.

Example

Lo dico con "affetto" perché siamo amici.

I say it with affection because we are friends.

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