auguri per il tuo matrimonio
The English phrase "congratulations on your wedding day" is translated into Italian as auguri per il tuo matrimonio.
This phrase is used to express good wishes to a couple on the day they get married. You can make the sentiment feel warmer and more enthusiastic by using the expression tanti auguri, which means "many wishes" or "best wishes".
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase auguri per il tuo matrimonio literally translates to "wishes for your marriage".
How does it change in a sentence?
When addressing both the bride and the groom together, you should use the plural possessive vostro instead of tuo. For example, auguri per il vostro matrimonio is used for a couple.
Did you know?
- The word auguri descends from a term meaning 'omens' or 'prophecies'. In ancient Rome, an 'augur' was a priest who interpreted the flight of birds to predict the future.
- In traditional Italian weddings, it is common to give a 'bomboniera', a small gift accompanying sugar-coated almonds. The number of almonds must be odd, usually five, to symbolize health, wealth, happiness, fertility and longevity.
- If you are attending a wedding, you might hear the phrase evviva gli sposi! This is a traditional cheer that translates to 'long live the newlyweds' and is often shouted during the reception.
Example conversation
Martina meets Francesco at his wedding reception.
- MartinaFrancesco, auguri per il tuo matrimonio!Francesco, congratulations on your wedding day!
- FrancescoGrazie mille, Martina!Thank you so much, Martina!
- MartinaSiete una coppia bellissima.You are a beautiful couple.
- FrancescoSei molto gentile, grazie.You are very kind, thank you.
