#161: How to Use “Appena”, “Subito”, and “Immediatamente”

“Appena”, “subito”, and “immediatamente” all imply immediacy in Italian but vary based on context. Learn how to use these common Italian words in this lesson!

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Two Main Takeaways

  • Use “appena” to signal a sequence of events with minimal delay, and reserve “subito” for situations that require instant action in everyday speech.
  • In formal or written Italian, “immediatamente” is preferred over “subito” to add a level of professionalism to requests for immediate action.

Links Mentioned and Other Resources

  • CLICK HERE to listen to episode #148: The Difference Between “Dire”, “Parlare”, and “Raccontare”.
  • CLICK HERE to listen to episode #152: How to Use the Words “Davanti”, “Di Fronte”, and “Prima”.
  • CLICK HERE to get the 30 Key Phrases for Your Italian Vacation guide, covering the most important phrases you need to know before going to Italy.

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