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Italian Phrase

Devo cambiare la mia prenotazione.

/ˈde.vo kamˈbja.re la ˈmi.a pre.no.taˈt͡sjo.ne/
Meaning"I have to change my reservation."
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Meaning

I have to change my reservation. The sentence conveys a personal obligation to modify a booking, whether it’s for a hotel, flight, restaurant, or any other service.

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When to use

Use this phrase when you need to inform a service provider that you must alter the details of a reservation you have already made. It works in both formal and informal contexts, but adding a polite 'per favore' can make it sound more courteous.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Devocambiarelamiaprenotazione.

1

Dovere (devo)

The verb 'dovere' expresses obligation; 'devo' is the first‑person singular present form meaning 'I must' or 'I have to'.

2

Infinitive after modal

When a modal verb like 'dovere' is used, it is followed by an infinitive verb (cambiare).

3

Possessive adjective agreement

Possessive adjectives agree in gender and number with the noun they modify: 'la mia prenotazione' (feminine singular).

4

Prenotazione (noun)

A feminine noun meaning 'reservation' or 'booking'.

🗨In Conversation

A

Devo cambiare la mia prenotazione.

I have to change my reservation.

Certo, per quando vorrebbe spostarla?

Sure, for when would you like to move it?

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Devo cambiare il mio prenotazione.

    The article and possessive must match the feminine noun 'prenotazione'. Use 'la mia prenotazione'.

  • Devo cambio la mia prenotazione.

    After 'devo' you need the infinitive form, not the conjugated present. Use 'cambiare', not 'cambio'.

  • Devo cambiare la prenotazione mia.

    Possessive adjectives normally precede the noun; place 'mia' before 'prenotazione'.

↔Alternatives

  • Ho bisogno di modificare la mia prenotazione.

    I need to modify my reservation.

  • Vorrei cambiare la mia prenotazione.

    I would like to change my reservation.

  • Devo spostare la mia prenotazione.

    I have to move my reservation.

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Cultural Tip

In Italy, it’s common to call the establishment directly and use a friendly tone. Adding 'per favore' or 'mi scusi' shows politeness. Remember that many hotels and restaurants accept changes up to 24 hours before the scheduled time, but policies can vary by region and type of service.