Indirect object pronouns
Italian uses mi, ti, gli, le, ci, vi, and loro to mark the person receiving or affected by an action.
Examples
ItalianTranslation
Le scrivo ogni settimana.
I write to her every week.
Ci hanno dato un tavolo vicino alla finestra.
They gave us a table near the window.
Ti posso chiedere una cosa?
Can I ask you something?
Pattern
indirect object pronoun + verb
How it works
Italian uses mi, ti, gli, le, ci, vi, and loro to mark the person receiving or affected by an action. This pattern typically appears as indirect object pronoun + verb and becomes easier when you meet it again in short, readable examples.
What to notice
- The indirect object is usually the receiver or beneficiary.
- These pronouns often appear before a conjugated verb.
Why it matters
Reduce repetition and handle daily action more smoothly.
Use in context
This is a key A2 topic because everyday Italian relies on short receiver-pronouns constantly.