😊🙏

Sto bene, grazie.

I'm good, thank you.

Language note: A typical response to 'Come stai?'

Culture note: Politeness is key in Italian culture, so always remember the 'grazie'.

Context: You respond to your in-law, telling them you are well.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

Sto

[stoh]

I am

First person singular of the verb 'stare', indicating one's condition or state.

Sto bene, grazie. E tu?

I'm fine, thank you. And you?

bene

[beh-neh]

well

Indicates a good or satisfactory state.

Sto bene dopo il viaggio.

I am well after the trip.

grazie

[grah-tsyeh]

thank you

Expression of gratitude.

Sto bene, grazie per avermelo chiesto.

I'm fine, thank you for asking.

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