Italian Phrase
Che cosa ti metti oggi?
Meaning
This phrase literally translates to 'What do you put on yourself today?' It uses the reflexive verb 'mettersi' to describe the act of dressing oneself. It is the most common way to ask someone about their outfit choice for the day.
When to use
Use this phrase in casual settings when asking a friend, family member, or partner about their clothing choice. It is perfect for morning conversations or when planning to go out together.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Che cosati mettioggi
Che cosa
A common way to say 'what' in Italian, combining 'che' and 'cosa' (thing).
Ti metti
The second-person singular form of the reflexive verb 'mettersi'. The 'ti' is the reflexive pronoun meaning 'yourself'.
Oggi
The adverb meaning 'today', used here to specify the timeframe of the action.
🗨In Conversation
Che cosa ti metti oggi?
What are you wearing today?
Mi metto il vestito nuovo e i tacchi.
I'm putting on my new dress and heels.
✕Common Mistakes
Cosa metti oggi?
Without the reflexive pronoun 'ti', the verb 'mettere' just means 'to put' something somewhere else, not on yourself.
Che cosa porti oggi?
While 'portare' can mean to wear, it is often used for carrying items or habitual style rather than a specific daily outfit.
↔Alternatives
Cosa ti metti?
What are you putting on?
Come ti vesti oggi?
How are you dressing today?
Cosa indossi oggi?
What are you wearing today? (More formal)
Cultural Tip
In Italy, 'fare la bella figura' (making a good impression) is culturally significant, and clothing plays a huge part in this. Asking someone what they are wearing is a common way to coordinate styles or ensure everyone is appropriately dressed for a specific venue or social event.