Vi amo tutti
The English phrase "I love you all" is translated into Italian as Vi amo tutti.
Vi amo tutti is used to express deep affection or love for a group of people.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of vi (you all/plural object), amo (I love) and tutti (all/everyone).
Which one should you use?
While Vi amo tutti is used for a group, the phrase Ti amo is used strictly for a single person in a romantic context. Additionally, the word tutti is often omitted if the context already makes it clear that the speaker is addressing a group, leaving just Vi amo.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Vi voglio bene is more commonly used for friends and family, whereas Vi amo tutti carries a much stronger, more intense romantic or profound weight.
How does it change in a sentence?
If the group being addressed consists entirely of women, tutti changes to the feminine form tutte, resulting in Vi amo tutte.
Did you know?
- If you are speaking to a mixed group of people, you must use the masculine tutti even if there are ninety-nine women and only one man.
- Italians often accompany the sentiment of Vi amo tutti with a gesture, such as placing a hand over the heart or opening both arms wide to encompass the group.
- While Vi amo tutti is grammatically correct, Italians often use the phrase Vi voglio bene a tutti to express a warm, collective affection for a group of friends.
Examples in context
- Io vi amo tutti.I love you all.Tatoeba #5355666 by Guybrush88, translation #2380231 by CK
- Vi amo tutti molto.I love you all very much.Tatoeba #5207585 by Guybrush88, translation #5206932 by CK
- Caro team, vi amo tutti.Dear team, I love you all.
- Eccellenze, vi amo tutti per il supporto che mi avete dato.Excellencies, I love you all for the support you have given me.
- Ragazzi, vi voglio bene tutti. Siete la mia famiglia.Guys, I love you all. You are my family.
- Amici, vi voglio bene tutti. Grazie per essere sempre presenti.Friends, I love you all. Thank you for always being there.
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Example conversation
Chiara and Alessandro are saying goodbye to their family members at a gathering.
- ChiaraÈ ora di andare, ma vi amo tutti.It is time to go, but I love you all.
- AlessandroGrazie, anche noi ti vogliamo bene, Chiara.Thank you, we love you too, Chiara.
- ChiaraCi vediamo presto!See you soon!
- AlessandroA presto, un abbraccio!See you soon, a hug!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
