il tuo numero di telefono
/il ˈtu.o ˈnu.me.ro di teˈlɛ.fo.no/word by word
The Italian phrase for "your phone number" is il tuo numero di telefono.
This phrase is used to refer to the sequence of digits used to call a specific person on their telephone. In casual conversation, if the context of a telephone is already established, you can shorten the phrase to il tuo numero.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is built from il (the), tuo (your), numero (number), di (of) and telefono (telephone).
How does it change in a sentence?
If you are asking for the phone number belonging to a group of people, use il vostro numero di telefono.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /il ˈtu.o ˈnu.me.ro di teˈlɛ.fo.no/. It has 9 syllables and the stress is on the second syllable.
When do people say it?
To provide an extension number, you can use the phrase Con l'estensione [Extension Number].
Did you know?
- If you are in a formal setting, you would never use tuo to ask for a number, as it is too intimate for a stranger or boss.
- When giving a phone number, Italians often group digits in pairs or threes, whereas English speakers often use a different rhythmic grouping.
- The word numero has an inherited 'twin' in the Italian language called novero, which is an ancient doublet derived from the same Latin root.
Examples in context
- Sa il tuo numero di telefono?Does she know your phone number?This sentence is useful for asking if someone knows a phone number.Tatoeba #12938815 by Guybrush88, translation #310273 by CK
- Dammi il tuo numero di telefono.Give me your phone number.This sentence is useful for requesting a phone number.Tatoeba #3385516 by Guybrush88, translation #279374 by CK
- Qual è il tuo numero di telefono?What is your phone number?This sentence is useful for asking what a phone number is.Tatoeba #3085357 by rado, translation #687372 by lukaszpp
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Example conversation
Lorenzo and Chiara are at a coffee shop.
- LorenzoPosso avere il tuo numero di telefono?Can I have your phone number?
- ChiaraSì, certo, Lorenzo.Yes, sure, Lorenzo.
- LorenzoGrazie mille, Chiara.Thanks a lot, Chiara.
- ChiaraPrego, a presto!You're welcome, see you soon!
