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Italian Phrase

Riesci a vedere il mio schermo?

/ˈri.es.tʃi a veˈde.re il ˈmi.o ˈʃer.mo/
Meaning"Can you see my screen?"
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Meaning

Literally ‘Are you able to see my screen?’, this question is used when you want to confirm that the other person can view the content you are sharing on a computer, tablet or phone screen.

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When to use

Use it during video‑calls, remote‑support sessions, online presentations, or any moment when you need to make sure the other participant can see what’s on your display.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Riesciavedereilmioschermo?

1

Riesci (riuscire)

Second‑person singular present of *riuscire* used to ask if someone is able to do something. It works like ‘can you…?’ in English.

2

a + infinitive

The preposition *a* introduces the infinitive verb that follows, a structure required after *riuscire*.

3

vedere

Infinitive of the verb ‘to see’. After *a* it keeps its infinitive form.

4

il / mio

Definite article *il* + possessive adjective *mio* agree in gender and number with the noun *schermo*.

5

schermo

Masculine singular noun meaning ‘screen’ (computer, phone, TV).

🗨In Conversation

A

Riesci a vedere il mio schermo?

Can you see my screen?

Sì, ti vedo chiaramente.

Yes, I can see it clearly.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Riesci a vedi il mio schermo?

    After *a* you must keep the infinitive *vedere*, not the conjugated *vedi*.

  • Riesci a vedere lo mio schermo?

    If you use *lo* instead of *il* you need to change the article to match the noun: *lo schermo* is incorrect; the correct article is *il*.

  • Riesci a vedere il mio schermo?

    For formal situations you should use the polite form *riesce* (third person) or add *Lei* before the verb.

↔Alternatives

  • Puoi vedere il mio schermo?

    Can you see my screen?

  • Mi vedi lo schermo?

    Do you see my screen?

  • Stai guardando il mio schermo?

    Are you looking at my screen?

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Cultural Tip

In Italian tech contexts, *Riesci a…* sounds a bit more polite and less demanding than the straightforward *Puoi…*. If you’re speaking with a colleague you don’t know well, start with *Riesci a…*; with friends or in a fast‑paced chat, *Puoi…* is perfectly fine. Remember that Italians often confirm with a brief *Sì, ti vedo* rather than a long affirmation.