Italian Phrase
Sì, adesso sono pronto.
Meaning
The speaker is confirming that they are ready at this very moment. The phrase can be used in both formal and informal settings, and the adjective changes to *pronta* if the speaker is female.
When to use
Use this sentence when you want to answer a question like “Sei pronto?” (Are you ready?) or when you want to signal that you are prepared to start an activity, a meeting, or a performance.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Sìadessosonopronto/a
Sì
Affirms the statement; equivalent to 'yes' in English.
adesso
An adverb meaning 'now' or 'right now'. It usually precedes the verb.
sono
First‑person singular of the verb *essere* (to be).
pronto / pronta
An adjective meaning 'ready'. It must agree in gender with the speaker (masc. pronto, fem. pronta).
🗨In Conversation
Sei pronto per la presentazione?
Are you ready for the presentation?
Sì, adesso sono pronto.
Yes, I’m ready now.
✕Common Mistakes
Sì, adesso sono pronta.
Use *pronta* only if the speaker is female; a male speaker must say *pronto*.
Sì, sono pronto adesso.
While understandable, the natural order places *adesso* before the verb: *adesso sono pronto*.
Sì, adesso è pronto.
The verb must be *sono* (I am), not *è* (he/she is).
↔Alternatives
Sì, ora sono pronto.
Yes, I’m ready now.
Certo, adesso sono pronto.
Sure, I’m ready now.
Sì, sono pronto adesso.
Yes, I’m ready now.
Cultural Tip
In Italian conversations, affirmations like *sì* are often followed by a short pause before the rest of the sentence, especially when emphasizing readiness. Remember to match the gender of *pronto/pronta* to your own gender; using the wrong form is a common slip for learners.