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"Calm down" in Italian: calmati
calmati
Calm down in Italian is calmati—tu imperative of calmarsi. Soften with dai or piano if someone is upset.
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How to pronounce calmati
Say it
KAHL-mah-tee
/ˈkal.ma.ti/
Calmati: KAHL-mah-tee. Stress KAHL.
"Calm down" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| calmati | calm down Default tu. | Default tu. |
| calmati, dai | calm down, come on Softer coaxing. | Softer coaxing. |
| calmatevi | calm down (plural) Group. | Group. |
| sta' calmo / sta' calma | stay calm Related advice. | Related advice. |
How to use calmati in real life
- 1Lost keys panic
Calmati—le cerchiamo insieme.
Calm down—we'll look together.
Team help.
- 2Traffic shout
Calmati, non serve urlare.
Calm down, no need to yell.
Tone check.
- 3Exam nerves
Prima dell'orale: calmati e respira.
Before the oral exam: calm down and breathe.
Prep.
Mistakes English speakers make with calmati
Incorrect: Calma te.
Correct: Calmati.
One word: calmati (reflexive imperative).
Incorrect: Calmarsi adesso!
Correct: Calmati!
Use the imperative form, not the infinitive alone.
Good to know
Good to knowCalmati can sound sharp if barked; add dai, per favore, or a hand on the shoulder. In arguments, Italians often pair it with ascoltami to reopen dialogue.
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A friend spiraling before a presentation
ChatPal
Ho dimenticato mezzo discorso!
I forgot half the speech!
You
Calmati—hai ancora dieci minuti.
Calm down—you still have ten minutes.
ChatPal
Ok… calmati dici tu. Respira.
Ok… you say calm down. Breathe.
You
Esatto. Poi ripeti i punti chiave.
Exactly. Then repeat the key points.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Calm down" in Italian
Exact word?
Calmati.
Softer?
Calmati, dai.
Plural?
Calmatevi.
Stay calm?
Sta' calmo / sta' calma.
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