What does Tato mean in Italian?

So if you just want to express warmth and affection, try “tato” or “tatina” or "pucci." They can mean whatever you want them to.
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What do couples call each other in Italian?

There are two main ways to say “girlfriend” and “boyfriend” in Italian: ragazzo/a or fidanzato/a. The former is used by young couples, usually when they are dating, while the latter is for serious relationships and also means fiance.
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What do you call your boyfriend in Italian?

Here are some of the most common:
  • Caro/cara - dear.
  • Tesoro – darling (translates literally to 'treasure')
  • Amore – love.
  • Stella/stellina – literally, 'star'
  • Gioia – literally, 'joy'
  • Angelo – angel, to express gratitude, i.e. grazie per l'aiuto, sei un angelo – thanks for your help, you're an angel.
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How do you express love in Italian?

10 MORE WAYS TO SAY I LOVE YOU IN ITALIAN
  1. Amore mio – my love.
  2. Cuore mio – my heart.
  3. Tesoro mio – my darling.
  4. Baciami! ...
  5. Sei tutto per me – you're everything to me.
  6. Ti penso ogni giorno – I think about you every day.
  7. Sei il grande amore della mia vita – You're the love of my life.
  8. Ti amerò sempre – I'll always love you.
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What do Italians call their older siblings?

The official terms for older sister and younger sister are sorella maggiore and sorella minore respectively.
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Italian words that doesn't exist in English



How do you say sister in Sicilian?

The same can be said for the words for "sister": Latin soror, Sicilian soru, Tuscan sorella. The Latin verb "to go" is 'ire'. In Sicilian, it's 'jiri', in Tuscan it's 'andare'.
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What do Italians call nuns?

Sister/Sorella or u might say also Suora that means Nun. no offence. Ciao daniela, should I ever meet the Papa I'll say Sua Santità ....if I find my voice!! PS: I'm clever at doing the bowing, one never knows, should I meet Queen Elisabeth II.
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Is it rude to say ciao?

For the most part, you won't be seen as rude or overly informal if you simply say ciao to a shopkeeper or the person selling tickets at the museum. But if you can remember to start with salve instead, the Italians will think your language skills are even better than they really are. And in Italy, that's a big deal.
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How do you say very romantic in Italian?

  1. molto carina.
  2. molto bella.
  3. molto bello.
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How do you compliment a guy in Italian?

Italian compliments for a man:
  1. Sei un tipo interessante. (“You're an interesting guy.” )
  2. Come sei divertente! (“You are funny!” / “You make me laugh!” )
  3. Che belle mani! (“You have beautiful hands!” )
  4. Che muscoli! (“What muscles!” )
  5. Che bel sorriso! (“Beautiful smile!” )
  6. Sei molto simpatica! (“You are very nice!” )
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Do Italians call each other babe?

English speakers often say “Honey,” “Babe” or “Dear” (to name just a few!) instead of calling their significant other by name, right? Well, Italians do that, too! Instead of “Honey” or “Sweetheart” you might hear Dolcezza (literally: Sweetness) which is a very informal term that loosely means “sweetheart.”
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What is sweet girl in Italian?

Italian Translation. ragazza dolce.
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What does BAE mean in Italian?

fidanzata {f} bae (also: betrothed, bride, fiancée, girlfriend)
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What do you call a baby girl in Italian?

Little girls in Italy (or at least here in Rome!) are generally called bimba/e. It's a very sweet word, actually.
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Do Italians say Cara?

Terms of Endearment in Italian for Friends

In Italy you will hear people referring to one another using the word “caro” for a man and “cara” for a woman. They are equivalents of the English word “dear” often used among friends in speech and as a form of address in letters.
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How do you say my love in Sicilian?

Amuri miu: My love. Curò: Heart. Cori: Heart.
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What does it mean when an Italian calls you Bella?

Bella is the feminine singular for “beautiful” in Italian.
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How do you respond to ti amo in Italian?

Ti amo can be translated as "I love you," and it is generally used in a romantic context between loving couples. Remember that if someone says "ti amo" to you and the feeling is mutual (il sentimento è reciproco), the correct answer is "Anch'io" (me too).
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What does CIA mean in Italian?

short for Central Intelligence Agency; American government body that engages in intelligence operations. (Agenzia Centrale per le Informazioni)
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What does Grazie mean Italian?

1. Grazie is thanks in Italian. The most popular and straightforward way to say thanks in Italian is a hearty grazie. This Italian word is a catch-all that covers both formal and informal situations with just about any audience.
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How do you address a nun?

Write "Dear Sister," as a salutation.

Nuns are referred to as sisters, so starting your letter off with "Dear Sister," is the right way to start a letter to a nun. You can also add their first and last name after "Sister," as you would when addressing them in person.
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How do you say nun in different languages?

In other languages nun
  1. American English: nun /ˈnʌn/
  2. Arabic: رَاهِبَةٌ
  3. Brazilian Portuguese: freira.
  4. Chinese: 修女
  5. Croatian: časna sestra.
  6. Czech: jeptiška.
  7. Danish: nonne.
  8. Dutch: non.
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