spero tutto bene
The English phrase 'hope all is well' can be translated into Italian as spero tutto bene.
This phrase is used in letters or emails to express a polite wish that the recipient is doing well.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
For a more formal and polished tone in written correspondence, you can use the version spero che stia tutto bene.
How does it change in a sentence?
While spero tutto bene is a common elliptical shorthand, the grammatically complete version of this sentiment uses the subjunctive mood, such as in the phrase spero che vada tutto bene (I hope that everything is going well).
Did you know?
- The phrase tutto bene can be used ironically in Italian to mean 'everything is going wrong', often accompanied by a sarcastic shrug or a sigh.
- While bene means 'well', it is also used in Italian law and finance to mean 'property' or 'asset', such as in the term beni immobili for real estate.
- The word spero comes from the verb 'sperare', which shares a common root with the English word 'prosper', both relating to the concept of looking forward to a good outcome.
Example conversation
Francesco is sending a quick email to Martina to check in.
- FrancescoCiao Martina, spero tutto bene.Hi Martina, I hope all is well.
- MartinaSì, grazie Francesco, qui va tutto bene.Yes, thanks Francesco, everything is fine here.
- FrancescoMi fa piacere sentirlo.I am glad to hear that.
- MartinaGrazie mille, a presto!Thanks a lot, see you soon!
