Italian Phrase
Voglio più salsa.
Meaning
Literally, ‘I want more sauce.’ It’s a straightforward request for an additional serving of sauce, often used at the table when eating pasta, pizza, or any dish that comes with a sauce.
When to use
Use this phrase in casual dining situations, either at home or in a restaurant, when you’d like the chef or host to pour a little extra sauce onto your plate. It’s polite but informal, so it fits well with friends, family, or a relaxed waiter‑waitress interaction.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Vogliopiùsalsa
Voglio (volere)
The verb 'volere' means 'to want'. In the present indicative, the first person singular form is 'voglio'.
più (comparative adverb)
‘più’ means ‘more’ and is used before nouns or adjectives to express a greater quantity or degree.
salsa (noun, feminine)
‘salsa’ is a feminine singular noun meaning ‘sauce’. It can refer to any kind of sauce, from pasta sauce to salsa music.
🗨In Conversation
Voglio più salsa, per favore.
I’d like more sauce, please.
Certo, ne prendo subito un po’ di più.
Sure, I’ll bring you a little more right away.
✕Common Mistakes
Voglio più salsa.
The correct spelling is ‘Voglio’ with a double ‘g’.
Voglio più la salsa.
Do not add an article before ‘salsa’; you say ‘più salsa’, not ‘più la salsa’.
Voglio più salsa.
If you want to be more specific, you can name the sauce (e.g., ‘salsa di pomodoro’).
↔Alternatives
Mi dia più salsa, per favore.
Give me more sauce, please.
Potrei avere un po’ più di salsa?
Could I have a bit more sauce?
Vorrei un po’ più di salsa.
I would like a little more sauce.
Cultural Tip
In Italy, it’s common to ask for a little extra sauce, but remember that many traditional dishes are meant to be eaten as served. Asking for ‘più salsa’ is perfectly acceptable in casual settings, but in fine‑dining restaurants it’s polite to first ask if the chef recommends adding more sauce, as it can alter the intended flavor balance.