Parla inglese?
Do you speak English?
Language note: Adjust tone for any situation!
Culture note: Many young Italians can speak some English.
Context: Outside the cafe, you're unsure about directions to the museum.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Parla
[PAR-lah]
Do you speak English?
A question to inquire if someone can communicate in English.
Domando all'insegnante: 'Parla inglese?'
I ask the teacher: 'Do you speak English?'
inglese
[een-GLEH-zeh]
English
Refers to the English language.
Parla inglese con me.
Speak English with me.
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