Sono Maria.
I'm Maria.
Language note: Use 'sono' with your name to introduce yourself.
Culture note: It's common to add a firm handshake or a cheek kiss when introduced.
Context: The person you've approached introduces herself as Maria.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Sono
[soh-noh]
I am
Used to state your identity.
Sono Maria, piacere di conoscerti.
I am Maria, nice to meet you.
Maria
[mah-ree-ah]
Maria
A common Italian first name.
Il mio nome è Maria.
My name is Maria.
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