grazie per averci ospitato
In Italian, "thank you for having us" is translated as grazie per averci ospitato.
This phrase is specifically used when you have been guests in someone's home or at their establishment, rather than just being thanked for a general favor.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is built from grazie (thanks), per (for), averci (having us) and ospitato (hosted).
Which one should you use?
While grazie per averci ospitato focuses on the action of the host having you, grazie per l'ospitalità is a more noun-based, slightly more formal way to thank someone for their hospitality.
Did you know?
- The word grazie is actually the plural of grazia, which means 'grace'. When you say 'thank you' in Italian, you are literally expressing multiple 'graces' to the person.
- In many parts of Italy, particularly in the south, a host might respond to your thanks not with 'prego' but with a gesture of the hand or a phrase suggesting that hosting you was a pleasure or a duty.
- The word ospitalità shares a deep linguistic connection with 'hospital' and 'hospice', showing that the concept of being a guest is historically tied to the provision of care and rest.
Examples in context
- Grazie per averci ospitato nella splendida città di Firenze. Abbiamo apprezzato molto la vostra gentilezza e l'opportunità di scoprire la cultura italiana a vostro fianco.Thank you for hosting us in the beautiful city of Florence. We truly appreciated your kindness and the opportunity to discover Italian culture by your side.
- Grazie per averci ospitato questa settimana.Thank you for having us this week.
- Siamo stati benissimo, grazie per averci ospitato.We had a wonderful time, thank you for having us.
- Grazie per averci ospitato nella tua bellissima casa.Thank you for having us in your beautiful home.
Example conversation
A group of friends is leaving Sofia's house after a weekend visit.
- AlessandroSofia, grazie per averci ospitato.Sofia, thank you for having us.
- SofiaÈ stato un vero piacere, Alessandro.It was a real pleasure, Alessandro.
- AlessandroDobbiamo ripetere presto!We must do this again soon!
- SofiaCertamente, siete sempre i benvenuti.Certainly, you are always welcome.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries averci, grazie, per, CC BY-SA 4.0.
