presenza
/preˈzɛn.t͡sa/feminine
The English phrase "presence" is presenza in Italian.
The word presenza refers to the fact or condition of being present. Similar to English, it can describe the physical state of being in a specific place or it can refer to a person's aura or mannerisms.
Meaning: fact or condition of being present (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
presenza is a feminine noun, so any adjectives accompanying it must also be in the feminine form.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 3 syllables and the stress is on the 2nd syllable: /preˈzɛn.tsa/.
Did you know?
- Italian uses the expression presenza di spirito to describe someone who is quick-witted or resourceful in a crisis.
- In high fashion and tailoring, presenza can refer to the way a garment holds its shape and 'occupies' the space around the body.
- In an Italian context, describing someone as having una bella presenza often implies they have a striking or commanding physical appearance, rather than just being physically there.
Examples in context
- Sento la tua presenza.I feel your presence.This sentence is useful for expressing that you feel someone's presence.Tatoeba #13810222 by Guybrush88, translation #13810216 by rul
- Trovo pace in tua presenza.I find peace in your presence.This sentence shows how to describe finding peace in someone's presence.Tatoeba #13100426 by Nuel, translation #13100425 by Nuel
- Vi confermo la mia presenza.I am confirming my presence to you.This sentence is useful for confirming your own presence to others.Tatoeba #1436942 by Guybrush88, translation #1436941 by AlanF_US
- La tua presenza è richiestaYour presence is required
- La presenza di un medico è necessariaThe presence of a doctor is necessary
- La presenza fisica è fondamentale per questo progettoPhysical presence is crucial for this project
- È importante essere presente durante la riunioneIt is important to be present during the meeting
- Ciao, ci sei!Hi, are you there?
- Dove sei? Sembri sempre in giro!Where are you? You always seem to be around!
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Example conversation
Martina and Matteo are discussing a meeting at the office.
- MartinaMatteo, è necessaria la tua presenza alla riunione.Matteo, your presence at the meeting is necessary.
- MatteoVa bene, sarò lì puntuale.All right, I will be there on time.
- MartinaGrazie, la tua presenza è molto importante.Thank you, your presence is very important.
- MatteoNon c'è problema, a dopo.No problem, see you later.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “presence” translations and entries presenza, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
