mi raccomando
I beg you, please make sure, I'm counting on you
Advanced Phrase
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Pronunciation
/mi rak.ko.ˈman.do/
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Cultural Note
Mi raccomando is perhaps the most Italian of all expressions — untranslatable in its full emotional weight. Italian mothers, grandmothers, and friends use it to express caring concern wrapped in a gentle command. It says 'I'm trusting you to do this because I care about you.' It's the verbal equivalent of an Italian nonna pinching your cheeks.
📝 Example Sentences
Mi raccomando, non fare tardi!
Please make sure you're not late!
Mi raccomando, copriti bene, fa freddo.
Make sure to bundle up, it's cold.
Divertitevi, ma mi raccomando, state attenti!
Have fun, but please, be careful!