grazie mio caro amico
/ˈɡrat.t͡sje ˈmi.o ˈka.ro aˈmi.ko/word by word
The English phrase "thank you my dear friend" is translated into Italian as grazie mio caro amico.
This phrase is a warm expression of gratitude used when speaking to a close male friend. Because it is highly affectionate, it should be reserved for close, established friendships rather than acquaintances.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of grazie (thanks), mio (my), caro (dear) and amico (friend).
Which one should you use?
Use grazie mia cara amica instead of grazie mio caro amico when addressing a female friend.
How does it change in a sentence?
You can add mille after grazie to intensify the gratitude to "thank you very much", resulting in the phrase grazie mille, mio caro amico.
How do you pronounce it?
It consists of 8 syllables, with the stress on the 1st syllable.
Did you know?
- The ancestor of grazie is the Latin phrase grātiās agō, which literally means 'I drive thanks'.
- The word caro used in this phrase is the exact same word an Italian would use to describe an 'expensive' item in a shop.
- In many Italian regions, particularly in the south, you might hear people use grazie accompanied by a gentle touch on the arm or even a kiss on both cheeks to emphasize the warmth of the sentiment.
Examples in context
- Grazie, mio caro amico, per essere sempre al mio fianco.Thank you, my dear friend, for always being by my side.
- Grazie di cuore, amico mio. Senza di te, non ce l'avrei mai fatta.Thank you from the bottom of my heart, my friend. Without you, I could have never made it.
- Grazie infinite, caro amico, per avermi sempre sostenuto.Infinite thanks, dear friend, for always supporting me.
- Grazie mio caro amico, sei molto gentile.Thank you my dear friend, you are very kind.
- Per l'aiuto con il trasloco, grazie mio caro amico.For the help with the move, thank you my dear friend.
- Grazie mio caro amico per il bellissimo regalo.Thank you my dear friend for the beautiful gift.
Example conversation
Francesco gives Chiara a thoughtful gift.
- FrancescoSpero che ti piaccia questo regalo, Chiara.I hope you like this gift, Chiara.
- ChiaraÈ bellissimo, Francesco! Grazie mille.It is beautiful, Francesco! Thanks a lot.
- FrancescoPrego, lo volevo davvero per te.You're welcome, I really wanted it for you.
- ChiaraSei gentilissimo, grazie mio caro amico.You are so kind, thank you my dear friend.
