How to Say “Hugs” in Italian

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abbracci
The English word "hugs" is translated into Italian as abbracci.
abbracci refers to the act of putting your arms around someone to show affection or greeting.

How does it change in a sentence?

The word abbracci is the plural form of the noun abbraccio, which means "hug". If you want to use the verb "to hug", the infinitive is abbracciare.

Did you know?

  • The Italian word abbraccio can refer to the 'span' or 'reach' of a person's arms when measuring a distance.
  • The verb abbracciare can be used metaphorically in Italian to mean accepting or embracing an idea or a new lifestyle.
  • While 'abbracci' is used for affection, Italians often use the phrase un abbraccio as a warm way to sign off an informal email or letter to a friend.

Examples in context

  • Ho bisogno di abbracci.
    I need hugs.
    This sentence shows how to express a need for abbracci.
    Tatoeba #3028408 by Guybrush88, translation #3028447 by shekitten
  • La ragazza mi abbraccia.
    The girl hugs me.
    This sentence demonstrates the use of the verb related to abbracci.
    Tatoeba #14035766 by Guybrush88, translation #8992487 by EricYarnell
  • Lei abbraccia gli alberi.
    She hugs trees.
    This sentence shows someone performing the action of the verb related to abbracci toward trees.
    Tatoeba #4395478 by Guybrush88, translation #4398730 by XenoKat
  • Ciao! Tutto bene, grazie! Abbracci!
    Hi! Everything is fine, thanks! Hugs!
  • Ti ringrazio. Un abbraccio mi farebbe tanto bene.
    Thank you. A hug would do me good.
  • Sì, purtroppo devo partire. Un abbraccio forte!
    Yes, unfortunately, I have to go. A big hug!
  • 9 more sentences on Tatoeba

Example conversation

Martina and Lorenzo are greeting each other at the airport.

  1. Martina

    Che bello vederti! Voglio tanti abbracci!
    How wonderful to see you! I want lots of hugs!
  2. Lorenzo

    Vieni qui, Martina! Ti mando un grande abbraccio.
    Come here, Martina! I'm giving you a big hug.
  3. Martina

    Mi mancavano i tuoi abbracci.
    I missed your hugs.
  4. Lorenzo

    Anche a me, finalmente siamo insieme.
    Me too, we are finally together.

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