Italian · Emotions & Descriptions
"I like it" in Italian: mi piace
mi piace
I like it in Italian is mi piace. The liked thing is the subject: mi piace il gelato. For plurals use mi piacciono.
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How to pronounce mi piace
Say it
mee PYAH-cheh
/mi ˈpja.t͡ʃe/
Mi piace: mee PYAH-cheh. Soft ch. Stress PYAH.
"I like it" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| mi piace | I like it / I like (singular) Default. | Default. |
| mi piacciono | I like them Plural liked things. | Plural liked things. |
| mi piace molto | I like it a lot Stronger. | Stronger. |
| non mi piace | I don't like it Polite no. | Polite no. |
How to use mi piace in real life
- 1Tasting wine
Questo rosso mi piace.
I like this red.
Mi piace.
- 2Outfit
Mi piace la tua giacca.
I like your jacket.
Singular noun.
- 3Playlist
Queste canzoni mi piacciono.
I like these songs.
Mi piacciono plural.
Mistakes English speakers make with mi piace
Incorrect: Io piace il caffè.
Correct: Mi piace il caffè.
The thing likes itself to me: mi piace.
Incorrect: Mi piace le scarpe.
Correct: Mi piacciono le scarpe.
Plural liked nouns take piacciono.
Good to know
Mi piace is soft opinion, not a marriage proposal. Shop staff hear it while you try clothes. For people some say mi sta simpatico; mi piace can flirt depending on tone.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Choosing gelato flavors
ChatPal
Il pistacchio ti piace?
Do you like pistachio?
You
Sì—mi piace tanto.
Yes—I like it a lot.
ChatPal
Allora prendo quello. A me mi piace il limone.
Then I'll take that. I like lemon.
You
Due coni, per favore.
Two cones, please.
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FAQ
Common questions about "I like it" in Italian
I like it?
Mi piace.
I like them?
Mi piacciono.
I don't like it?
Non mi piace.
Why not io piaccio?
Structure flips: the thing is subject.
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