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Italian Phrase

Laggiù ci sono i carrelli per i bagagli.

/ladˈdʒu tʃi ˈso.no i karˈrɛl.li per i baˈɡaʎ.ʎi/
Meaning"Down there are the luggage carts."
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Meaning

This phrase literally translates to "Down there there are the carts for the luggage." It's a common and practical way to indicate the location of luggage carts, typically found in airports, train stations, or other travel hubs. It's a direct and clear statement of fact.

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When to use

You would use this phrase when you are at an airport, train station, or port and need to point out or ask about the location of luggage carts. It's useful when someone is looking for a way to transport their bags and you want to direct them to the right place.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Laggiùci sonoi carrelliperi bagagli

1

Laggiù

This adverb means 'down there' or 'over there', indicating a location that is distant from the speaker. It's more specific than 'lì' (there) or 'là' (there, over there).

2

Ci sono

This is the plural form of 'c'è/ci sono', meaning 'there is/there are'. 'Ci' is an adverbial particle indicating existence or location, and 'sono' is the third-person plural of the verb 'essere' (to be).

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I carrelli

'Carrelli' means 'carts' or 'trolleys'. 'I' is the masculine plural definite article, meaning 'the'.

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Per i bagagli

'Per' means 'for'. 'I bagagli' means 'the luggage' or 'the bags'. In Italian, 'bagaglio' is singular for a piece of luggage, and 'bagagli' is the plural for multiple pieces or luggage in general.

🗨In Conversation

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Scusi, dove posso trovare un carrello per i bagagli?

Excuse me, where can I find a luggage cart?

Laggiù ci sono i carrelli per i bagagli, vicino all'uscita.

Down there are the luggage carts, near the exit.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Laggiù sono i carrelli per i bagagli.

    Omitting 'ci' before 'sono' is incorrect when indicating existence or location. 'Ci sono' means 'there are'.

  • Laggiù ci sono i carrelli dei bagagli.

    While 'dei' (of the) might seem logical, 'per i bagagli' (for the luggage) is the standard and more natural phrasing for purpose.

↔Alternatives

  • Dove sono i carrelli?

    Where are the carts?

  • I carrelli sono laggiù.

    The carts are down there.

  • Ci sono i carrelli in fondo.

    There are carts at the end.

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Cultural Tip

In Italy, especially in busy airports or train stations, finding luggage carts can sometimes be a bit of a hunt. People are generally helpful if you ask, but knowing how to locate them yourself is a plus. Unlike some countries where carts might be free and abundant, in Italy, you might occasionally need a coin (usually 1 or 2 euros) to release a cart, similar to supermarket trolleys. Always check for a coin slot if you can't immediately get one.