ci vediamo
/ˌt͡ʃi‿v.veˈdja.mo/
The English phrase "see ya" can be translated into Italian as ci vediamo.
ci vediamo is an informal way to say goodbye when you expect to see the person again.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to "we see each other".
Which one should you use?
While ci vediamo implies you will see the person again soon, arrivederci is a more formal way to say goodbye.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
ci vediamo is an informal phrase used among friends, family or acquaintances.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase uses the reflexive form of the verb vedere (to see) to imply a mutual action.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˌtʃi‿v.veˈdja.mo/. The word has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable.
Did you know?
- While ci is used in ci vediamo, it may descend from the Latin word hinc, which meant 'from here' or 'from this person'.
- Using ci vediamo when you actually do not expect to see the person for a long time can be perceived as a polite social fiction rather than a literal promise.
- Depending on the context, the word ci can act as a pronoun, an adverb, or even a particle, making it one of the most versatile small words in the language.
Examples in context
- Ci vediamo!See ya!This sentence is useful for practicing the phrase ci vediamo.Tatoeba #7864999 by supercoolbeas30, translation #6884377 by tripbeetle
- Ci vediamo domani.See ya tomorrow.
- Ci vediamo alla festa.See ya at the party.
Example conversation
Two friends are leaving a coffee shop.
- MatteoCiao Martina, devo andare.Bye Martina, I have to go.
- MartinaVa bene, ci vediamo presto!Okay, see ya soon!
- MatteoCerto, ci vediamo dopo.Sure, see ya later.
- MartinaA presto, Matteo!See you soon, Matteo!
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry ci vediamo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ci, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
