anch'io
The English phrase 'same here' can be translated into Italian as anch'io.
anch'io is used to express that you are in the same situation as the person you are speaking to. You can add the word pure before it to create pure anch'io, which adds emphasis, similar to saying 'me too'.
Meaning: I am in the same situation (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
anch'io is a contraction of anche io, which literally means 'also I'.
Which one should you use?
While anch'io is used to agree with positive statements, such as 'I am hungry', it cannot be used to agree with negative statements.
What mistakes should you avoid?
Do not use anch'io to agree with a negative statement.
Did you know?
- If you want to say 'same here' after someone says 'Have a nice day', using anch'io would sound like you are saying 'I am also a nice day'.
- The negative version neanch'io contains a 'ne' that creates a double negative. This is grammatically mandatory in Italian but is typically a mistake in English.
- If you want to say 'the same to you' as a reply to a wish like 'Happy New Year', you should use altrettanto instead of anch'io.
Examples in context
- Sono molto entusiasta per questo progetto. / Lo stesso vale per me. Penso che avremo ottimi risultati.I'm very excited about this project. / The same goes for me. I think we will achieve great results.
- Amo la pizza italiana. / Anche io! È semplicemente deliziosa.I love Italian pizza. / Same here! It's simply delicious.
- Ho appena comprato i biglietti per il concerto. / Idem! Sarà una serata fantastica.I just bought tickets for the concert. / Same here! It's going to be a fantastic evening.
- Anch'io ho molta fame.I am hungry too.
- Anch'io sono stanco oggi.I am tired today too.
- Anch'io voglio andare al mare.I want to go to the sea too.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing their plans for the weekend.
- ChiaraNon ho voglia di studiare.I don't feel like studying.
- AlessandroAnch'io, preferirei riposare.Same here, I would prefer to rest.
- ChiaraVuoi andare al cinema?Do you want to go to the cinema?
- AlessandroSì, ottima idea!Yes, great idea!
