How to Say “I am Finished” in Italian

Congratulations! You’ve reached the point where you want to express your completion of a task or duty in Italian. Whether you want to say it formally or informally, in this guide, we’ll explore various ways to express the phrase “I am finished” in Italian. So, let’s dive right in!

Formal Expressions

When you find yourself in formal situations, such as professional environments or speaking to someone you don’t know well, these phrases will come in handy:

1. Sono finito – This is a straightforward and commonly used way to say “I am finished” formally. It can be used by anyone regardless of gender.
2. Sono finita – If you identify as female, use this form to match the feminine gender.

Informal Expressions

In colloquial and informal settings, you may prefer using these phrases:

1. Ho finito – This is the most typical way to say “I am finished” informally. It can be used by both males and females.
2. Ho finito tutto – By adding “tutto” (which means “everything”) to the previous phrase, you emphasize that you have finished everything.
3. Ho finito il lavoro – If you want to specifically mention that you have finished work, this expression is suitable. “Lavoro” means “work” in Italian.

Variations by Region in Italy

Italian has some regional variations when it comes to certain words and phrases. The phrase “I am finished” is generally understood throughout Italy, but here are a few regional alternatives:

Son fenit (Venetian dialect) – This variation is prevalent in Veneto and parts of northeastern Italy. It follows the same meaning but with a charming regional touch.

Tips for Usage

Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind when using these expressions:

• Remember to conjugate the verb “essere” (to be) correctly in the present tense when using the formal expressions: “sono” for males and “sono” or “sono finita” for females.
• In the informal expressions using “ho finito,” make sure to conjugate the verb “avere” (to have) correctly. Use “ho” for males and females.
• If you are uncertain about the gender of the speaker or if you want to keep it gender-neutral, using “ho finito” will be your safest option.
• Consider adding politeness markers like “per favore” (please) before or after the phrase to make it more polite in any situation.

Examples

Let’s see some examples of these phrases in action:

• Formal:
  – Cliente: Sono finita con la presentazione. Posso lasciarla qui? (I am finished with the presentation. Can I leave it here?)
  – Colleague: Certamente, grazie per il tuo lavoro. (Certainly, thank you for your work.)
• Informal:
  – Marco: Ho finito i compiti! (I am finished with the homework!)
  – Luca: Bene, adesso possiamo rilassarci. (Great, now we can relax.)
• Veneto Dialect:
  – Anna: Son fenit col lavoro. (I am finished with work.)
  – Roberto: Bravo, mettiamo via gli attrezzi. (Good job, let’s put away the tools.)

Now that you know how to express “I am finished” in Italian, you can confidently communicate your completion of tasks or duties in both formal and informal situations. Keep practicing these phrases, and soon enough, they’ll become second nature to you. Buon lavoro!