Meaning
Agreeing to a plan.
Cultural Background
Italians often use this phrase to avoid conflict. Even if they aren't 100% happy, 'Per me va bene' keeps the peace. Often accompanied by a 'spallucce' (shrug) which adds a layer of 'I don't mind either way' to the agreement. In Milan, it's used efficiently to close a deal or confirm a meeting, often followed by 'Allora a posto' (Then it's settled). On WhatsApp, it's often shortened to 'Per me ok' or just 'Va bene' with a thumbs-up emoji.
The 'Safe' Answer
If you don't know how to respond to a suggestion, 'Per me va bene' is almost always correct and polite.
Don't use 'Io'
Remember: it's 'Per me', never 'Per io'.
Meaning
Agreeing to a plan.
The 'Safe' Answer
If you don't know how to respond to a suggestion, 'Per me va bene' is almost always correct and polite.
Don't use 'Io'
Remember: it's 'Per me', never 'Per io'.
Add 'Benissimo'
If you want to sound more enthusiastic, say 'Per me va benissimo!'
The Chin Flick
Sometimes Italians just nod or do a small chin flick instead of saying the whole phrase.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct pronoun.
Andiamo al mare? Per ___ va bene.
After the preposition 'per', you must use the object pronoun 'me'.
Which of these is the correct way to agree to a plan?
A: 'Ceniamo alle 20:00?' B: '...'
'Per me va bene' is the standard expression. 'Io sono bene' is a literal translation error from English.
Complete the dialogue.
Luca: 'Ti va un caffè?' Tu: 'Sì, ___ ___ ___ ___.'
This is the most natural way to agree to the suggestion.
Match the response to the situation.
Someone suggests a meeting at 9 AM.
You are agreeing to a proposed time.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesAndiamo al mare? Per ___ va bene.
After the preposition 'per', you must use the object pronoun 'me'.
A: 'Ceniamo alle 20:00?' B: '...'
'Per me va bene' is the standard expression. 'Io sono bene' is a literal translation error from English.
Luca: 'Ti va un caffè?' Tu: 'Sì, ___ ___ ___ ___.'
This is the most natural way to agree to the suggestion.
Someone suggests a meeting at 9 AM.
You are agreeing to a proposed time.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questionsYes, 'Va bene' is the shorter, more general version. Adding 'Per me' makes it more personal.
It's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Because the subject is the 'plan' (it), not 'I'. You are saying 'It goes well for me'.
Yes! If someone asks if you like the pasta, you can say 'Per me va bene' (It's fine for me).
'D'accordo' is a bit more formal and firm. 'Per me va bene' is more relaxed.
Related Phrases
D'accordo
synonymIn agreement
Ci sto
similarI'm in
Mi va bene
similarIt works for me
Va bene così
specialized formIt's fine like this
Ok dai
informalOkay then
Non mi va
contrastI don't feel like it
