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Italian Phrase

Voglio prelevare duecento dollari.

/ˈvɔʎʎo preleˈvaːre duˈeːtʃento dolˈlaːri/
Meaning"I want to withdraw two hundred dollars."
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Meaning

Literally, ‘I want to withdraw two hundred dollars.’ The speaker is stating a personal intention to take that amount of cash from a bank, an ATM, or a currency exchange desk.

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When to use

Use this sentence when you are at a bank teller, an ATM, or a currency‑exchange counter and you need to specify the exact amount of cash you wish to take out. It is also handy when asking a friend or a travel companion to get you money.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Voglioprelevareduecentodollari

1

Voglio

First‑person singular present of the verb *volere* (to want). It is used to express a personal desire.

2

prelevare

Infinitive form of the verb meaning ‘to withdraw (money)’. In banking contexts it pairs with a monetary amount.

3

duecento

Cardinal number ‘two hundred’. When it directly modifies a noun it stays in the singular form (e.g., *duecento dollari*).

4

dollari

Plural noun for ‘dollars’. In Italian the plural is formed by adding *-i* to the singular *dollaro*.

🗨In Conversation

A

Voglio prelevare duecento dollari.

I want to withdraw two hundred dollars.

Va bene, ti preparo il denaro subito.

Alright, I’ll get the cash for you right away.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Voglio prelevare duecento dollari.

    The correct spelling is *Voglio* (double ‘g’).

  • Voglio prelevare duecenti dollari.

    When a cardinal number directly modifies a noun, it stays singular: *duecento dollari*, not *duecenti dollari*.

  • Voglio ritirare duecento dollari.

    In informal speech you can also use *ritirare*, but *prelevare* is the standard term for bank withdrawals.

↔Alternatives

  • Desidero prelevare duecento dollari.

    I would like to withdraw two hundred dollars.

  • Vorrei ritirare duecento dollari.

    I would like to take out two hundred dollars.

  • Mi serve prelevare duecento dollari.

    I need to withdraw two hundred dollars.

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Cultural Tip

In Italy cash is still widely used, especially for small purchases and in many smaller towns. ATMs (sportelli automatici) are abundant, but they often have a daily withdrawal limit, so it’s useful to know how to ask for a specific amount. When speaking to bank staff, a polite *Buongiorno* followed by your request is appreciated. Also, note that many ATMs dispense euros; if you need dollars you’ll have to go to a currency‑exchange office or ask the teller specifically for ‘dollari’.