Per una cena
For dinner
Language note: Phrase often used in dining context.
Culture note: Dinner is typically enjoyed later in the evening in Italy.
Context: Specify that your reservation is for dinner.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Per
[pehr]
For
Used to indicate purpose or a recipient.
Prenoto un tavolo per una cena romantica.
I reserve a table for a romantic dinner.
una
[OO-nah]
A
An indefinite article used with feminine singular nouns.
Ho bisogno di una tavola per una cena.
I need a table for a dinner.
cena
[CHEH-nah]
Dinner
The main meal or time of eating in the evening.
Andiamo fuori per una cena stasera.
We are going out for a dinner tonight.
Phrase Parts
Per
Una cena
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