assolutamente
/as.so.lu.taˈmen.te/
The English phrase 'absolutely' can be translated into Italian as assolutamente.
assolutamente is an adverb used to mean 'absolutely' or 'in an absolute manner'. It can be used to emphasize adjectives, such as in the phrase sono assolutamente d'accordo (I absolutely agree) or to express strong negation with assolutamente no (absolutely not). Other ways to express certainty or absolute agreement include senza dubbio (without a doubt) and non c'è dubbio (there's no doubt).
Meaning: yes, certainly (intj)
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 6 syllables: /as.so.lu.taˈmen.te/. The stress is on the 5th syllable.
When do people say it?
To express strong agreement or certainty, you can also use the phrase Certo che sì!, which translates to 'Of course yes!'
Did you know?
- The root of the word, assoluto, is linked to the concept of 'loosening' or 'unbinding' from a legal or religious sense. To be absolute is to be 'unbound' by any other constraints.
- When an Italian says assolutamente no, they are not just saying 'no', but are often signaling that the topic is closed for further discussion.
- In many parts of Italy, if you want to sound more natural when agreeing, you might skip assolutamente entirely and simply use a rhythmic Ma sì! (But yes!) to convey the same level of enthusiasm.
Examples in context
- Tom è assolutamente calmo.Tom is absolutely calm.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use assolutamente to emphasize an adjective.Tatoeba #2904561 by Guybrush88, translation #2272897 by CK
- Non so assolutamente nulla.I know absolutely nothing.This sentence shows how to use assolutamente with a negative statement.Tatoeba #2579595 by Guybrush88, translation #2579582 by CM
- Ne sono assolutamente sicuro!I'm absolutely sure!This sentence demonstrates the use of assolutamente to express certainty.Tatoeba #1700692 by Guybrush88, translation #272622 by CK
- Sarò assolutamente presente alla riunione.I will absolutely be present at the meeting.
- Accetterò l'invito senz'altro.I will absolutely accept the invitation.
- Sicuramente!Absolutely!
- Penso che quella sia la soluzione migliore, sono assolutamente d'accordo.I think that's the best solution, I absolutely agree.
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Example conversation
Chiara and Francesco are discussing whether to go to a concert.
- ChiaraVuoi venire al concerto con noi?Do you want to come to the concert with us?
- FrancescoSì, assolutamente!Yes, absolutely!
- ChiaraFrancesco è molto entusiasta.Francesco is very enthusiastic.
- FrancescoCerto che lo sono!Of course I am!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “absolutely” translations and entries assolutamente, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries assolutamente, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
