Italian Phrase
Tutto chiaro.
Meaning
Literally 'all clear', this short exclamation is used to confirm that something has been understood, that a situation is understood, or that there are no further questions. It can also be used to ask if everything is clear, depending on intonation.
When to use
Use it after giving instructions, explaining a concept, or presenting information, especially in informal or semi‑formal settings. It works well in classrooms, meetings, or casual conversations when you want to check comprehension.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Tuttochiaro
Tutto
Indefinite adjective meaning 'all' or 'everything'. It agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies; here it is masculine singular because the implied noun is masculine (e.g., 'tutto' = 'everything').
Chiaro
Adjective meaning 'clear' or 'obvious'. It must match the gender and number of the noun (or pronoun) it describes; in this phrase it is masculine singular.
🗨In Conversation
Ho spiegato come funziona il nuovo software. Tutto chiaro?
I've explained how the new software works. All clear?
Sì, tutto chiaro. Grazie!
Yes, all clear. Thanks!
✕Common Mistakes
Tutto chiari.
The adjective must agree in gender and number; 'chiari' is masculine plural, which doesn't match the singular 'tutto'.
Tutta chiaro.
Mixing feminine 'tutta' with masculine adjective 'chiaro' is incorrect; both must share the same gender.
Tutto chiara.
If you want to use the feminine form, both words must be feminine: 'tutta chiara'.
↔Alternatives
È tutto chiaro.
It is all clear.
Chiaro?
Clear?
Capito?
Got it?
Hai capito?
Did you understand?
Cultural Tip
In Italian, brevity is appreciated, so "Tutto chiaro?" is a polite, concise way to check understanding without sounding overly formal. In more formal contexts you might say "È tutto chiaro?" or "È tutto chiaro per voi?" when addressing a group. Be aware that tone matters: a rising intonation turns it into a question, while a flat tone states confirmation.