quindi
/ˈkwin.di/
The Italian word for 'so' is quindi.
Quindi is a conjunction used to introduce a result or a logical conclusion. It can be placed at the beginning of a sentence to introduce a conclusion, or in the middle to connect two clauses.
Which one should you use?
While quindi is the standard way to say 'so', it can lean towards a more formal or logical 'therefore' in written text. In spoken Italian, the word allora is often used as a conversational filler to mean 'so' (for example, 'So, what are we doing?'), whereas quindi is used for logical consequences.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In certain parts of Central Italy, quindi may be used more frequently in informal settings as a regional variation.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables, with the stress on the first syllable: /ˈkwin.di/.
Did you know?
- The word quindi actually stems from the Latin phrase *eccum inde*, which literally translates to 'behold from there'.
- In some Italian dialects, quindi can be used as a 'filler' word similar to how English speakers use 'like' or 'so' to pause for thought, despite its formal roots.
- In formal rhetoric, quindi is often replaced by pertanto or di conseguenza to avoid repetition, as using quindi too often is considered stylistically poor.
Examples in context
- Quindi non è nuovo.So it isn't new.This sentence shows how to use quindi to introduce a statement about something not being new.Tatoeba #2941602 by Guybrush88, translation #1980795 by ddnktr
- Quindi è colpa mia?So it's my fault?This sentence uses quindi to introduce a question about fault.Tatoeba #8673359 by Guybrush88, translation #8591997 by ajje
- Quindi cosa ne pensi?So what did you think?This sentence demonstrates using quindi to introduce a question about an opinion.Tatoeba #3548440 by Guybrush88, translation #3184021 by CK
- Quindi, ho deciso di imparare l'italiano.So, I've decided to learn Italian.
- Non ho studiato abbastanza, pertanto ho fallito l'esame.I didn't study enough, so I failed the exam.
- Non hai detto niente, allora penso che tu sia d'accordo.You didn't say anything, so I think you agree.
- Abbiamo perso la partita, dunque dobbiamo allenarci di più.We lost the game, so we need to practice more.
- Sono stanca, così andrò a letto presto.I'm tired, so I'll go to bed early.
- Non hai studiato, quindi non passi l'esame.You didn't study, so you won't pass the exam.
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Example conversation
Alessandro and Giulia are discussing a delayed train.
- AlessandroIl treno è in ritardo, quindi arriveremo tardi.The train is late, so we will arrive late.
- GiuliaQuindi dobbiamo chiamare il ristorante?So, do we have to call the restaurant?
- AlessandroSì, è meglio avvisarli subito.Yes, it is better to let them know right away.
- GiuliaVa bene, lo faccio io.Okay, I will do it.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry quindi, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries quindi, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
