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Italian Phrase

Ho bisogno di più informazioni su questo.

/o biˈzoɲ.ɲo di pju iɱ.for.matˈtsjo.ni su ˈkwes.to/
Meaning"I need more information about this."
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Meaning

This phrase is a standard way to express that you require additional details or clarification. It uses the idiomatic construction 'avere bisogno di' which literally translates to 'to have need of'.

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When to use

Use this phrase in professional meetings, at a tourist office, or when shopping to ask for more specifics. It is versatile and works in both formal and informal settings.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Hobisognodipiùinformazionisuquesto

1

Avere bisogno di

This is the standard Italian expression for 'to need'. 'Ho' is the first-person singular of 'avere' (to have).

2

Plural Nouns

'Informazioni' is the plural form of 'informazione'. In Italian, you usually ask for 'informations' rather than just 'information'.

🗨In Conversation

A

Ecco il piano per la conferenza di domani.

Here is the plan for tomorrow's conference.

Grazie, ma ho bisogno di più informazioni su questo.

Thanks, but I need more information about this.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Io bisogno più informazioni.

    In Italian, 'bisogno' is a noun; you must use the verb 'avere' (ho) to say 'I need'.

  • Ho bisogno di più informazione.

    While 'information' is uncountable in English, 'informazioni' is typically used in the plural in Italian.

↔Alternatives

  • Mi servono più dettagli.

    I need more details.

  • Vorrei saperne di più.

    I would like to know more about it.

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Cultural Tip

While direct, this phrase is perfectly polite. However, in a very formal Italian business setting, you might soften it by saying 'Potrebbe fornirmi maggiori dettagli?' to sound more professional.