A Lei
To you
Language note: Used in formal settings; 'Lei' is the formal 'you' in Italian.
Culture note: In Italy, showing respect through language is very important, especially with strangers or in formal occasions.
Context: The barista emphasizes the delivery of the coffee to the customer.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
A
[ah]
To
A preposition indicating direction or orientation towards someone or something.
Passo il libro a Lei.
I pass the book to you.
Lei
[lay]
You (formal)
A formal pronoun used in Italian to address someone courteously.
A Lei, signore, il nostro rispetto.
To you, sir, our respect.
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