Signification
To schedule a meeting.
Contexte culturel
The 'Quarto d'ora accademico' (Academic Quarter Hour) is a cultural grace period. Even with an 'appuntamento', being 10-15 minutes late is often tolerated in social and some professional contexts. In Milan, punctuality for an 'appuntamento' is taken very seriously. Being late is seen as a lack of professionalism and respect. Appointments may be treated more flexibly. It's common to 'prendere appuntamento' but then have a long chat before getting to the business at hand. Many public offices now require an 'appuntamento' via an app (like 'Ufficio Postale' or 'CieOpen'). Showing up without one often means you won't be served.
The 'Da' Rule
Always use 'dal' (da + il) when booking with a person. 'Prendo appuntamento dal dentista' (at the dentist's place).
No 'Fare'!
Avoid 'fare un appuntamento'. It's the most obvious sign of an English speaker.
Signification
To schedule a meeting.
The 'Da' Rule
Always use 'dal' (da + il) when booking with a person. 'Prendo appuntamento dal dentista' (at the dentist's place).
No 'Fare'!
Avoid 'fare un appuntamento'. It's the most obvious sign of an English speaker.
Be Polite
When calling, start with 'Vorrei...' (I would like) to sound more polite than 'Voglio...' (I want).
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'prendere' and the preposition.
Ieri io ___ (passato prossimo) appuntamento ___ dentista.
'Prendere' has the irregular past participle 'preso' and uses 'avere'. We use 'dal' for professional people.
Which sentence is correct for a casual situation with a friend?
How do you ask a friend to meet for a drink?
'Prendere appuntamento' is too formal for friends. 'Ci vediamo' (Let's see each other) is the natural choice.
Complete the dialogue at the hairdresser.
Cliente: 'Buongiorno, vorrei ___ per un taglio.' Parrucchiere: 'Certo, quando preferisce?'
'Prendere appuntamento' is the standard collocation for services.
Match the verb to the action.
You need to change your 10:00 AM meeting to 11:00 AM. You need to...
'Spostare' means to move or reschedule.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Where to 'Prendere Appuntamento'
Salute
- • Medico
- • Dentista
- • Ospedale
Servizi
- • Parrucchiere
- • Estetista
- • Meccanico
Ufficio
- • Banca
- • Avvocato
- • Commercialista
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesIeri io ___ (passato prossimo) appuntamento ___ dentista.
'Prendere' has the irregular past participle 'preso' and uses 'avere'. We use 'dal' for professional people.
How do you ask a friend to meet for a drink?
'Prendere appuntamento' is too formal for friends. 'Ci vediamo' (Let's see each other) is the natural choice.
Cliente: 'Buongiorno, vorrei ___ per un taglio.' Parrucchiere: 'Certo, quando preferisce?'
'Prendere appuntamento' is the standard collocation for services.
You need to change your 10:00 AM meeting to 11:00 AM. You need to...
'Spostare' means to move or reschedule.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsTechnically yes, but it sounds very formal or like a joke. For a romantic date, just say 'Ho un appuntamento' (I have a date).
The version with 'un' is more common when talking about a specific instance. The version without 'un' is more general or bureaucratic.
Use the verb 'disdire'. 'Vorrei disdire l'appuntamento di domani.'
It's understood, but 'prendere appuntamento' is much more natural. 'Prenotare' is better for tables and hotels.
Expressions liées
fissare un incontro
synonymTo set up a meeting
disdire un appuntamento
contrastTo cancel an appointment
appuntamento al buio
specialized formBlind date
prendere un impegno
similarTo make a commitment
