Mi piaci davvero
Mi piaci davvero is the Italian way to say 'I really like you'.
This phrase is used to express romantic attraction toward another person.
What does it mean word for word?
Literally, the phrase is structured as 'To me you are pleasing truly'.
Which one should you use?
While Mi piaci davvero expresses romantic attraction or 'liking' someone, Ti amo is used for deep, committed romantic love.
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers often mistakenly say Io ti piaccio when they mean 'I like you', but that actually means 'You like me'.
When do people say it?
If you wish to express affection to friends or family members, you should use Ti voglio bene, which literally translates to 'I want good for you'. For a stronger expression of romantic infatuation, you can say Sono pazzo/a di te, which means 'I'm crazy about you'.
Did you know?
- The word davvero shares a linguistic root with the Spanish phrase de veras, both evolving from terms meaning 'of truth'.
Examples in context
- Mary, mi piaci davvero.Mary, I really like you.This sentence is useful for seeing how to address someone directly when saying Mi piaci davvero.Tatoeba #9724854 by Guybrush88, translation #9723002 by ariarin
- Professoressa, mi piace molto come insegna.Professor, I really like the way you teach.
- Signor Rossi, provo una grande simpatia per lei.Mr. Rossi, I feel a great fondness for you.
- Dottore, la amo davvero!Doctor, I really like/love you!
- Marco, mi piaci molto.Marco, I really like you.
- Sara, ti voglio bene.Sara, I really like/love you as a friend.
- Giovanna, sono pazzo di te!Giovanna, I'm crazy about you!
- Mi piaci davvero, sei speciale.I really like you, you are special.
- 2 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Martina and Lorenzo are having a quiet dinner at a restaurant.
- MartinaLorenzo, mi piaci davvero.Lorenzo, I really like you.
- LorenzoAnche tu mi piaci molto, Martina.I really like you too, Martina.
- MartinaDavvero? Sono così felice.Really? I am so happy.
- LorenzoLo sono anche io.I am too.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries davvero, mi, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
