ci vediamo domattina
The English phrase "see you in the morning" is translated into Italian as ci vediamo domattina.
This phrase is used as a way to say goodbye to someone when you expect to see them the following morning.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase ci vediamo domattina literally translates to "we see each other tomorrow morning".
Did you know?
- In Italy, saying ci vediamo can sometimes be used as a vague way to agree to a meeting without actually setting a firm time or date.
- The phrase ci vediamo is often accompanied by a light wave or a kiss on both cheeks, depending on the closeness of the relationship.
- Depending on the region, the small word ci may have evolved from the Latin hīce or hinc, both of which relate to the concept of 'here' or 'hence'.
Examples in context
- Ciao! Ci vediamo domani mattina per una colazione insieme?Hi! Shall we meet tomorrow morning for breakfast together?
- Sì, va bene! Ci vediamo domani mattina al bar dietro l'angolo!Yes, sounds good! See you tomorrow morning at the bar around the corner!
- Ci vediamo domattina a colazione.See you tomorrow morning at breakfast.
- Va bene, ci vediamo domattina.Alright, see you tomorrow morning.
- Ci vediamo domattina presto.See you early tomorrow morning.
Example conversation
Sofia and Francesco are saying goodnight at a hotel.
- SofiaSono stanca, vado a dormire.I am tired, I am going to sleep.
- FrancescoBuonanotte, Sofia. Ci vediamo domattina.Goodnight, Sofia. See you tomorrow morning.
- SofiaSì, a domani.Yes, see you tomorrow.
- FrancescoA domani, buona notte.See you tomorrow, goodnight.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ci, domattina, CC BY-SA 4.0.
