tu
you (informal)
Beginner Pronoun
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Pronunciation
/ˈtu/
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Cultural Note
Tu is the informal 'you,' used with friends, family, children, and peers. The choice between tu and Lei (formal) is a significant social decision in Italian culture. Using tu with a stranger or elder can be seen as disrespectful, while an invitation to use tu ('diamoci del tu') signals warmth.
📝 Example Sentences
Tu come ti chiami?
What is your name?
E tu, che ne pensi?
And you, what do you think?