sei sexy
The English phrase 'you're hot' can be translated into Italian as sei sexy.
The phrase is used to tell someone that they are sexually attractive.
Which one should you use?
The phrase sei sexy specifically describes sexual attractiveness. This is distinct from the phrase hai caldo, which is used to say that someone is feeling a high physical temperature.
Did you know?
- While sei sexy is common, Italians might use sei un missile to describe someone incredibly hot, which literally means 'you are a missile'.
- Using the term peccato (sin) in a flirtatious context can imply that someone is so 'hot' it is almost a sin.
- If you want to describe someone as incredibly attractive, you can use bollente, which literally translates to 'boiling'.
Examples in context
- Scusi, ma devo dire che è davvero attraente.Excuse me, but I must say that you are truly attractive.
- Sei sexy con quel vestito.You're sexy in that dress.
- Lo so che sei sexy.I know that you are sexy.
Example conversation
A couple is getting ready for a night out at a club.
- AlessandroMartina, sei sexy stasera.Martina, you are sexy tonight.
- MartinaDavvero? Grazie, caro.Really? Thank you, dear.
- AlessandroSì, sei bellissima.Yes, you are beautiful.
- MartinaAnche tu non sei male.You're not bad yourself.
