dappertutto
/dap.perˈtut.to/
The English word "everywhere" can be translated into Italian as dappertutto or ovunque.
Meaning: at all places (adv)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA |
|---|---|
| dappertutto | /dap.perˈtut.to/ |
| ovunque | /oˈvun.kwe/ |
Both terms are adverbs used to describe something occurring at all places.
Which one should you use?
While both mean "everywhere", ovunque is slightly more formal or literary than dappertutto.
How does it change in a sentence?
In addition to acting as an adverb meaning "everywhere", ovunque can also function as a conjunction meaning "wherever".
How do you pronounce it?
The word dappertutto is pronounced /dap.perˈtut.to/. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable.
Did you know?
- The Italian expression mettere dappertutto can be used figuratively to describe someone who is overly intrusive or meddlesome.
- The structure of ovunque mirrors the Latin term 'ubīcumque', showing how classical grammar still shapes the way Italians express universality today.
- The ending -unque in ovunque is used in Italian to create a sense of indifference or universality, similar to how English uses -ever in words like 'wherever' or 'whenever'.
Examples in context
- Va ovunque da sola.She goes everywhere by herself.This sentence shows how to use ovunque to describe movement.Tatoeba #8859294 by Guybrush88, translation #7383269 by CH
- Tom è stato ovunque.Tom has been everywhere.This sentence demonstrates the use of ovunque to describe an experience.Tatoeba #5154687 by Guybrush88, translation #5152649 by CK
- A me prude dappertutto.I itch everywhere.This sentence illustrates the use of dappertutto to describe a physical sensation.Tatoeba #2433328 by Guybrush88, translation #2245919 by CK
- Ovunque tu vada in Italia, troverai storia e bellezza.Wherever you go in Italy, you will find history and beauty.
- Andiamo ovunque tu voglia!Let's go wherever you want!
- 203 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Giulia are searching for the house keys.
- LorenzoHo cercato dappertutto, ma non ci sono.I looked everywhere, but they aren't here.
- GiuliaHai guardato anche in cucina, Lorenzo?Did you also look in the kitchen, Lorenzo?
- LorenzoSì, ho guardato dappertutto in cucina.Yes, I looked everywhere in the kitchen.
- GiuliaAllora sono sicuramente in borsa.Then they are definitely in the bag.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “everywhere” translations and entries dappertutto, ovunque, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries dappertutto, ovunque, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
