Le presento
let me introduce you to (formal)
Advanced Phrase
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Pronunciation
/le pre.ˈzɛn.to/
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Cultural Note
Formal introductions in Italy follow a protocol: you present the less important person to the more important one, and the younger to the elder. Using 'Le presento' (I present to You) with the capitalized Lei shows maximum respect. In informal settings, 'ti presento' (tu form) is used. Getting these social hierarchies right impresses Italians enormously.
📝 Example Sentences
Le presento il mio collega, dottor Bianchi.
Let me introduce my colleague, Dr. Bianchi.
Le presento mia moglie, Elena.
Let me introduce my wife, Elena.
Signor Direttore, Le presento i nuovi collaboratori.
Director, let me introduce the new colleagues.