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Italian Phrase

Grazie mille per il tuo tempo.

/ˈɡrat.tsi ˈmil.le per il ˈtwɔ ˈtem.po/
Meaning"Thank you very much for your time."
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Meaning

This phrase translates to 'Thank you very much for your time.' It combines a heartfelt thanks (Grazie mille) with a specific acknowledgment of the listener's effort or attention. The use of 'mille' adds extra emphasis, making the gratitude sound sincere and generous.

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When to use

Use this expression after a meeting, interview, presentation, or any situation where someone has dedicated time to you. It works well in both professional settings (e.g., after a business call) and informal contexts (e.g., after a friend helps you with a task).

✦Grammar Breakdown

Graziemilleperiltuotempo

1

Grazie

A standard way to say 'thank you' in Italian; works in both formal and informal contexts.

2

mille

Literally 'a thousand', used here as an intensifier meaning 'many' or 'a lot'.

3

per

Preposition meaning 'for', introducing the reason or object of gratitude.

4

il

Definite article 'the' used before masculine singular nouns.

5

tuo

Possessive adjective 'your' (masculine singular), agreeing with 'tempo'.

6

tempo

Noun meaning 'time'; in this phrase it refers to the time someone has spent with you.

🗨In Conversation

A

Grazie mille per il tuo tempo.

Thank you very much for your time.

È stato un piacere, a presto!

It was a pleasure, see you soon!

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Grazie tanto per il tuo tempo.

    'Tanto' is not idiomatic for intensifying thanks; use 'mille' or 'molto' instead.

  • Grazie mille per tuo tempo.

    The possessive adjective must agree with the noun and include the article: 'il tuo tempo'.

  • Grazie mille per il tuo temppo.

    Spelling error: 'tempo' has only one 'p'.

↔Alternatives

  • Ti ringrazio molto per il tuo tempo.

    I thank you a lot for your time.

  • Molte grazie per il tempo che mi hai dedicato.

    Many thanks for the time you devoted to me.

  • Grazie di cuore per il tuo tempo.

    Thank you from the heart for your time.

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Cultural Tip

In Italy, expressing gratitude with a little extra emphasis (like 'Grazie mille') is common and appreciated, especially in professional contexts. However, avoid overusing it in very casual chats, as it can sound overly formal. Also, remember that eye contact and a warm tone reinforce the sincerity of your thanks.