Parla inglese?
Do you speak English?
Language note: Use 'parla' for formal addresses, 'parli' for informal.
Culture note: Italians appreciate when you try Italian first, even if just a greeting.
Context: The tourist wants to know if Maria can help by speaking in English.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Parla
[PAH-lah]
Speak
Used to inquire if someone can speak or understand a language.
Lei parla inglese molto bene.
She speaks English very well.
inglese
[een-GLEH-zeh]
English
The language commonly used for international communication.
Molte persone parlano inglese.
Many people speak English.
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