rilassati
The English phrase "sit back" is translated into Italian as rilassati.
rilassati is used to tell someone to relax or to stop exerting themselves.
Meaning: to relax, to not exert oneself (verb)
How does it change in a sentence?
If you are telling a group of people to sit back and relax, you use the plural imperative rilassatevi.
Did you know?
- In Italian, calling someone rilassato can sometimes be a subtle insult, implying they are too lazy or lack energy.
- The word rilassati comes from the Latin relaxare, which literally means 'to loosen' or 'to unbend'. It originally described the physical act of loosening a bowstring or a tight muscle.
- Italian has a specific word ozio for the kind of relaxation that involves doing nothing, which is distinct from the active recovery implied by rilassati.
Examples in context
- Capisco. Rilassati un attimo e ti preparo da bere.I understand. Sit back for a moment, and I'll get you a drink.
- Rilassati e goditi la serata.Sit back and enjoy the evening.
- Non lavorare troppo, rilassati un po'.Don't work too much, sit back a bit.
- Rilassati, la vacanza è appena iniziata.Sit back, the holiday has just started.
Example conversation
Giulia is telling Lorenzo to stop worrying about his work.
- GiuliaHai troppe cose da fare, Lorenzo.You have too many things to do, Lorenzo.
- LorenzoSì, sono molto stressato oggi.Yes, I am very stressed today.
- GiuliaRilassati e dimentica l'ufficio.Sit back and forget about the office.
- LorenzoHai ragione, ne ho bisogno.You are right, I need it.
