How to use “in effetti”: Italian grammar lesson 82

In effetti is a very common expression in Italian.

We mainly use it when we agree with someone or with something we just said.

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The article explains the usage of in effetti, a common Italian expression used to emphasize a statement or confirm something that has just been suggested. It is a synonym of infatti and effettivamente, and can be translated into English as actually or indeed.

This article also includes sample dialogues to show how the expression can be used in conversations and provides examples of how to use in effetti in different contexts.

The article provides a useful guide for those learning Italian or looking to improve their language skills.

How to use in effetti?

We use it to emphasize a statement or confirm something that has just been suggested either by us or by someone else.

In effetti is a synonym of infatti and effettivamente.

In English, we could translate it as:

  • Actually
  • Indeed

In effetti Italian

In effetti: examples

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Let’s have a look at some examples:

Mauro mi ha consigliato questo film e in effetti, è bellissimo!

Maura recommended this movie, and it’s beautiful indeed!

I miei mi hanno detto che lui non è gentile e in effetti è proprio antipatico!

My parents told me he’s not kind and he’s indeed very unpleasant!

Vi ho detto che il bar era chiuso e in effetti avevo ragione: il bar è chiuso.

I told you the cafe was closed, and I was actually right: the cafe was closed.

What does in effetti mean Italian

Now, let’s have a look at some dialogues so that you can see how to use in effetti when you’re talking with someone.

A: Lei sembra proprio simpatica.
B: In effetti hai ragione.

A: She seems very fun.
B: Indeed, you’re right.

A: Non stai bene, vero?
B: No, in effetti, sono un po’ triste.

A: You’re not well, right?
B: No, actually, I’m a bit sad.

A: Non sembri tanto contenta.
B: In effetti non sono contenta.

A: You don’t seem very happy.
B: Indeed, I’m not happy.

In effetti meaning Italian

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What's the meaning of "in effetti"?

In English can be translated as actually or indeed.

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4 Responses

  1. Since I couldn’t edit my first reply, I just wanted to add that saying “I agree" (Sono d’accordo), or something like “Sure/Certainly" (Certo) and even ‘Yeah’ (informal, slang) sounds less stuffy. But, I realize we’re talking about the Italian use of in effetti.

    1. Ciao Donald!

      You can also use in fact, actually or really but remember it all comes down to the context the sentence is in.

  2. As an aside, it might be noted Americans still use “indeed" but nowhere near as often. To Americans, it sounds a bit stuffy and formal, like something you might write into a speech. But, it appears that in effetti is used more frequently in Italian without sounding stuffy.

    1. Ciao Donald!

      In this grammar note, we suggest translating in effetti as actually or indeed but remember it always depends on the context of the conversation. That is why, translating is not a fundamental part of our learning method. We prefer to teach you how to think in Italian so you don’t rely on trasnlation.

      If you have any other questions or doubts, please let us know.

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