How to say "Nice to meet you" in Italian

Piacere di conoscertiPronunciation/pjaˈtʃeːre di konoʃˈʃerti/FormalityNeutral

Meaning

A polite phrase said when meeting someone for the first time.

Usage

Use 'Piacere di conoscerti' in informal or neutral settings when addressing someone you've just met. For formal situations, say 'Piacere di conoscerla' (addressing a single person with respect) or 'Piacere di conoscervi' (addressing multiple people formally).

Example sentences

  • Nice to meet you, Anna.

    Piacere di conoscerti, Anna.

  • Nice to meet you, everyone.

    Piacere di conoscervi.

Related expressions

  • Molto piacere— A more casual or enthusiastic way to say 'Nice to meet you'.

    Often used in relaxed or friendly contexts.

  • Piacere mio— Literally 'My pleasure', a polite response to 'Piacere di conoscerti'.

    Used to reciprocate the sentiment.

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