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Italian Phrase

Qual è il tuo numero di conto?

/kwal ɛ il ˈtuo ˈnu.me.ro di ˈkon.to/
Meaning"What is your account number?"
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Meaning

This phrase is a direct question used to inquire about someone's bank account number. It's essential for financial transactions, setting up payments, or verifying account details. It literally translates to "Which is your number of account?".

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When to use

You would typically use this phrase in formal or semi-formal settings when dealing with financial institutions, utility providers, or any service that requires your bank details. For example, when setting up a direct debit, making a payment, or confirming your identity with a bank.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Qualèiltuonumerodiconto

1

Qual

'Qual' is a shortened form of 'quale' (which/what) used specifically before 'è' (is). It functions as an interrogative adjective or pronoun.

2

è (essere)

'è' is the third-person singular conjugation of the verb 'essere' (to be). It means 'is' and is fundamental for forming questions like 'What is...?'.

3

il tuo

'il' is the masculine singular definite article ('the'), and 'tuo' is the masculine singular possessive adjective ('your'). They agree in gender and number with the noun 'numero'.

4

numero di conto

'Numero' (number) is a masculine noun. 'Di' (of) is a preposition used here to link 'numero' to 'conto' (account), forming the compound noun phrase 'account number'.

🗨In Conversation

A

Vorrei fare un bonifico.

I would like to make a bank transfer.

Certo. Qual è il tuo numero di conto?

Certainly. What is your account number?

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Che è il tuo numero di conto?

    While 'che' can mean 'what', 'qual' (short for 'quale') is used before 'è' (is) when asking 'what is' or 'which is'.

  • Qual è la tuo numero di conto?

    'Numero' is a masculine noun, so it requires the masculine definite article 'il' and the masculine possessive adjective 'tuo', not 'la' or 'tua'.

  • Qual è il tuo numero conto?

    The preposition 'di' (of) is generally required to connect 'numero' (number) with 'conto' (account) to form 'account number'.

↔Alternatives

  • Potrebbe darmi il suo numero di conto?

    Could you give me your account number? (Formal)

  • Mi può dire il numero del conto?

    Can you tell me the account number?

  • Qual è il codice IBAN?

    What is the IBAN code?

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Cultural Tip

In Italy, financial information like bank account numbers is considered private. This question is almost exclusively used in official or necessary contexts, such as with banks, government services, or trusted businesses. When addressing someone you don't know well, especially in a professional setting, it's more appropriate to use the formal 'Lei' (suo/sua) instead of 'tu' (tuo/tua) to maintain politeness and respect.