segno di apprezzamento
/ˈseɲ.ɲo di ap.pret.t͡saˈmen.to/word by word
The English phrase 'token of appreciation' is translated into Italian as segno di apprezzamento.
This phrase describes a small gift or gesture given to someone to show that you are grateful for something they have done.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of segno (sign/mark), di (of) and apprezzamento (appreciation).
Did you know?
- In Italy, giving a segno di apprezzamento in the form of flowers requires care. Avoid giving yellow roses, as they can symbolize jealousy, or chrysanthemums, which are strictly reserved for funerals.
- While segno di apprezzamento is a grammatically correct way to describe a gesture, an Italian speaker is more likely to use the phrase un piccolo pensiero (a little thought) when presenting a physical gift.
- The Italian word apprezzamento shares a root with the word for 'price' or 'value' (prezzo). To show appreciation is literally to recognize the value of someone's action.
Examples in context
- Ti offriamo un simbolo di gratitudine per il tuo tempo e le tue competenzeWe offer you a token of appreciation for your time and skills
- Ho comprato questa cosa per mostrarti la mia gratitudineI bought this thing to show you my gratitude
- Ho pensato a un regalo per dimostrarti quanto ti apprezzoI thought of a gift to show you how much I appreciate you
- Accetta questo piccolo segno di apprezzamento.Please accept this small token of appreciation.
- È solo un modesto segno di apprezzamento per il tuo lavoro.It is just a modest token of appreciation for your work.
Example conversation
Chiara gives Matteo a book to thank him for helping her move.
- ChiaraMatteo, grazie mille per l'aiuto con il trasloco.Matteo, thank you so much for the help with the move.
- MatteoNon c'è di che, Chiara, è stato un piacere.You're welcome, Chiara, it was a pleasure.
- ChiaraPrendi questo libro come segno di apprezzamento.Take this book as a token of appreciation.
- MatteoGrazie davvero, lo apprezzo molto!Thank you truly, I appreciate it a lot!
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (segno, di, apprezzamento) and can differ in connected speech.
