What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to "I remain in waiting of a Your response".
Which one should you use?
The default form resto in attesa di una Sua risposta is used for formal correspondence. For a more professional and concise alternative in business settings, you can use In attesa di un Suo riscontro. If you are speaking to someone informally, you should use Aspetto tue notizie.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
resto in attesa di una Sua risposta is strictly for formal contexts, such as when writing to a client, a professor or someone you do not know personally. For professional business correspondence, In attesa di un Suo riscontro is a slightly more professional option. To express the same sentiment informally, use Aspetto tue notizie.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈrɛs.to in atˈte.za di ˈu.na ˈsu.a risˈpos.ta/. The word has 10 syllables and the stress is on the 1st syllable.
Did you know?
- The word risposta is actually a linguistic hybrid. It comes from the verb 'rispondere' but was influenced by the past participle of 'porre', meaning 'to put' or 'to place'.
- In the formal phrase resto in attesa di una Sua risposta, the word 'Sua' is capitalized. This serves as a visual marker of respect, much like capitalizing 'You' in certain archaic English formal documents.
- While English speakers 'look forward' to something, implying a forward-looking gaze, the Italian resto in attesa describes the sender as currently 'remaining' in a state of waiting.
Examples in context
- Non vedo l'ora di sentirti!I can't wait to hear from you!
- Ciao Sara! Non vedo l'ora di sentirti domani per raccontarti tutte le novità. A presto! Baci, [Your Name].Hi Sara! I can't wait to hear from you tomorrow to tell you all the news. See you soon! Kisses, [Your Name].
- Resto in attesa di una Sua risposta per confermare l'appuntamento.I look forward to hearing from you to confirm the appointment.
Example conversation
Chiara sends a formal email to Alessandro regarding a job application.
- ChiaraGentile Alessandro, Le invio il mio curriculum aggiornato. Resto in attesa di una Sua risposta.Dear Alessandro, I am sending you my updated CV. I look forward to hearing from you.
- AlessandroBuongiorno Chiara, ho ricevuto tutto. La ringrazio molto.Good morning Chiara, I received everything. Thank you very much.
- ChiaraGrazie a Lei. Spero di sentirla presto.Thank you. I hope to hear from you soon.
- AlessandroLe farò sapere entro venerdì.I will let you know by Friday.
