How to Say “Just Know” in Italian

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sappi solo
The English phrase 'just know' is translated into Italian as sappi solo.
This phrase is used to emphasize a specific piece of information that the speaker wants the listener to remember. In Italian, this phrase is almost always followed by the conjunction che to introduce the information being emphasized, such as in sappi solo che…

Is it said differently in some regions?

In the Lazio region, people might use the expression stai 'a sentì to say 'just know'.

How does it change in a sentence?

When using the formal 'Lei' (singular formal you), the phrase becomes sappia solo. If you are addressing more than one person or using the formal 'you', use sappiate solo instead of sappi solo.

Did you know?

  • The verb sapere in sappi solo is an irregular verb that descends from the Latin 'sapere', which originally meant 'to taste' or 'to have wisdom'.
  • The word solo is a linguistic double agent. While it usually means 'only' or 'alone', it shares a root with the Latin 'sōlum', meaning 'bottom' or 'soil', making it a distant relative of 'sole' in English.
  • Depending on the tone, sappi solo can shift from a gesture of helpfulness to a sharp warning or a threat in Italian cinema and literature.

Examples in context

  • Sappi solo che voglio sinceramente darti una mano.
    Just know that I genuinely want to help you out.
    This sentence is useful for demonstrating how to use sappi solo to express a genuine desire to help.
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  • Sappia che il suo lavoro è molto apprezzato.
    Just know that your work is greatly appreciated.
  • Sappi che ti voglio bene, sempre.
    Just know that I care about you, always.
  • Devi sapere che domani usciranno le nuove puntate della nostra serie preferita.
    Just know that tomorrow they will release the new episodes of our favorite TV series.
  • Sappi solo che sono qui per te.
    Just know that I am here for you.
  • Sappi solo che non cambierò idea.
    Just know that I won't change my mind.

Example conversation

Martina is reassuring Francesco during a difficult moment.

  1. Martina

    Sappi solo che ti voglio bene.
    Just know that I care about you.
  2. Francesco

    Grazie, Martina, significa molto per me.
    Thanks, Martina, that means a lot to me.
  3. Martina

    Posso aiutarti in qualche modo?
    Can I help you in any way?
  4. Francesco

    Per ora va bene così, grazie.
    For now, this is fine, thanks.

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