Expressing Likes in Italian
In Italian, saying you like doing something is simple and fun! Instead of saying 'I like', you actually say 'it pleases me'.
The Key Phrases
- mi piace = I like (literally: it pleases me)
- ti piace = you like (literally: does it please you?)
When you want to say you like doing an action, just put an action word (verb ending in -are, -ere, or -ire) right after mi piace!
Examples
- Mi piace studiare. = I like studying.
- Ti piace cucinare? = Do you like cooking?
Common Mistakes
Don't add extra words between 'mi piace' and the action. Just use the infinitive verb directly! Also remember: use ti piace for asking questions to a friend.
Words
mi piace
I like
Mi piace leggere.I like reading.
ti piace
you like
Ti piace cucinare?Do you like cooking?
studiare
to study
Mi piace studiare l'italiano.I like studying Italian.
cucinare
to cook
Ti piace cucinare la pizza?Do you like cooking pizza?
leggere
to read
Mi piace leggere un libro.I like reading a book.
ascoltare
to listen
Mi piace ascoltare la musica.I like listening to music.
la musica
music
Ascoltare la musica è bello.Listening to music is nice.
il caffè
coffee
Mi piace il caffè.I like coffee.
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Patterns
Mi piace ___
English: I like [activity]. Use this to state what you enjoy doing.
Mi piace cucinare.I like cooking.
Ti piace ___?
English: Do you like [activity]? Use this to ask someone if they enjoy an activity.
Ti piace leggere?Do you like reading?