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Italian Phrase

Prenota il tuo prossimo controllo prima di uscire oggi.

/preˈnɔ.ta il ˈtu.o ˈprɔs.si.mo konˈtrɔl.lo ˈpri.ma di uˈʃi.re ˈod.dʒi/
Meaning"Book your next check-up before leaving today."
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Meaning

This phrase is a direct instruction used to remind someone to schedule a follow-up appointment. It combines the imperative verb 'prenota' with a temporal clause to ensure the action happens immediately. It is common in professional service environments like clinics or salons.

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When to use

Use this phrase if you work in a medical office, dental clinic, or any service-based business where recurring visits are necessary. It is typically said by a receptionist or practitioner as a client is finishing their current session.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Prenotail tuoprossimocontrolloprima diuscireoggi

1

Imperativo (Prenota)

The verb 'prenotare' is in the second-person singular imperative form, used for giving orders or suggestions to someone you address as 'tu'.

2

Prima di + Infinito

When 'prima' is followed by a verb, you must use the preposition 'di' followed by the infinitive form of that verb.

🗨In Conversation

A

Abbiamo finito per oggi. Prenota il tuo prossimo controllo prima di uscire oggi.

We are finished for today. Book your next check-up before leaving today.

D'accordo, lo faccio subito alla reception.

Agreed, I will do it right away at the reception.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Prenotare il tuo prossimo controllo prima di uscire oggi.

    Use the imperative 'Prenota' instead of the infinitive when giving a direct instruction to someone you know.

  • Prenota il tuo prossimo controllo prima uscire oggi.

    The preposition 'di' is mandatory between 'prima' and an infinitive verb like 'uscire'.

↔Alternatives

  • Fissa il prossimo appuntamento ora.

    Set the next appointment now.

  • Si ricordi di prenotare il controllo prima di andare.

    Remember to book the check-up before going (formal).

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Cultural Tip

In Italy, while digital booking is becoming more common, many local 'studi medici' (doctor offices) still prefer patients to handle scheduling at the front desk. Using the informal 'tu' (Prenota) is common in long-term patient-doctor relationships, but use 'Prenoti' if you want to remain formal and professional.