Italian Phrase
Piacere anche mio.
Meaning
This phrase is the standard polite response when someone tells you 'Piacere' (Nice to meet you). It literally translates to 'pleasure also mine,' signaling that the feeling of meeting is mutual. It is a concise and elegant way to complete an introduction.
When to use
Use this phrase during first-time introductions after the other person has expressed their pleasure in meeting you. It works perfectly in both professional business meetings and casual social gatherings.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Piacereanchemio
Piacere
While often used as a verb meaning 'to like,' here it is a noun meaning 'pleasure' used in a greeting.
Possessive Agreement
'Mio' (mine) is the masculine singular possessive pronoun, which agrees with the masculine noun 'piacere'.
🗨In Conversation
Piacere di conoscerti!
Nice to meet you!
Piacere anche mio.
The pleasure is mine too.
✕Common Mistakes
Piacere anche io.
Use the possessive 'mio' (mine) instead of the subject pronoun 'io' (I) to match the noun 'piacere'.
Anche piacere mio.
The word order is fixed in this idiom; 'Piacere' must come first to properly mirror the other person's greeting.
↔Alternatives
Altrettanto.
Likewise / Same to you.
Il piacere è mio.
The pleasure is mine.
Cultural Tip
Italians value direct eye contact during introductions. When saying 'Piacere anche mio,' a firm handshake is customary. In very formal settings, you might hear 'Il piacere è tutto mio' (The pleasure is all mine) to show extra respect.