divertiti
/diˈvɛr.ti.ti/
The English phrase "enjoy it" can be expressed in Italian as divertiti.
In Italian, expressions for "enjoy it" are often used to tell someone to have a good time during an activity. While English uses "it" to refer to an activity, the Italian reflexive form divertiti focuses on the person's state of amusement.
Which one should you use?
While divertiti and Goditi are used to tell someone to enjoy themselves or an activity, divertitevi is used when addressing a group of people.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form divertitevi should be used when speaking to more than one person. For a single person in a formal context, use si diverta.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation of divertiti is /diˈvɛr.ti.ti/. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 2nd syllable.
When do people say it?
If you want to wish someone a good meal, a common phrase to use is Buon appetito.
Did you know?
- The word divertiti shares the same root as the English word 'divert', meaning to turn something away from its course. In Italian, however, this 'turning away' evolved to mean turning your attention away from worries toward fun.
- If someone says divertiti with a specific sarcastic tone, it can be used as a warning that the person is about to enter a chaotic or stressful situation.
- While divertiti is used for activities, Italians use goditi when the enjoyment is sensory, such as enjoying a beautiful view or a luxury.
Examples in context
- Godetevi la serataEnjoy the evening
- Divertiti alla festaEnjoy the party
- Goditi il filmEnjoy the movie
- Buon divertimentoHave fun
- Buon soggiornoEnjoy your stay
- Divertiti alla festa stasera!Have fun at the party tonight!
- Divertiti durante le vacanze.Have fun during your holidays.
- Vai al concerto e divertiti!Go to the concert and have fun!
Example conversation
Martina is seeing Lorenzo off as he leaves for a weekend trip.
- MartinaBuon viaggio, Lorenzo!Have a good trip, Lorenzo!
- LorenzoGrazie, Martina. Ci vediamo presto.Thanks, Martina. See you soon.
- MartinaDivertiti molto!Have a lot of fun!
- LorenzoCertamente, lo farò!Certainly, I will!
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry divertiti, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries divertiti, CC BY-SA 4.0.
