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Italian Phrase

Hai programmi per domenica?

/ˈai proˈɡram.mi per doˈme.ni.ka/
Meaning"Do you have plans for Sunday?"
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Meaning

This phrase is a direct and common way to ask someone if they have any commitments or activities scheduled for Sunday. It literally translates to 'Do you have programs for Sunday?', but 'programs' in this context means 'plans' or 'appointments'. It's a versatile question used to initiate social arrangements or simply inquire about someone's availability.

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When to use

You would use this phrase when you want to invite someone out, suggest an activity, or simply check if they are free on Sunday. It's suitable for casual conversations with friends, family, or acquaintances. It can be a precursor to making a specific proposal.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Haiprogrammiperdomenica

1

Hai (Avere)

'Hai' is the second-person singular conjugation of the verb 'avere' (to have). It's essential for asking about possession or, in this case, having plans.

2

Programmi

This noun means 'programs' but is commonly used to mean 'plans' or 'arrangements' when referring to future activities. It's a masculine plural noun.

3

Per

'Per' is a versatile preposition meaning 'for', 'to', 'in order to', or 'by'. Here, it indicates the specific day for which the plans are being made.

4

Domenica

This is the Italian word for 'Sunday'. Days of the week in Italian are generally not capitalized unless at the beginning of a sentence, and they are typically feminine.

🗨In Conversation

A

Ciao! Hai programmi per domenica?

Hi! Do you have plans for Sunday?

Ciao! No, non ancora. Perché?

Hi! No, not yet. Why?

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Sei programmi per domenica?

    The verb 'essere' (to be) is incorrectly used here. In Italian, 'to have' (avere) is used for possessing plans, not 'to be'.

  • Hai programmi a domenica?

    The preposition 'a' is incorrect for days of the week when asking about plans. 'Per' (for) is the correct preposition in this context.

  • Hai piani per domenica?

    While 'piani' can mean 'plans', 'programmi' is much more common and natural when referring to social or personal arrangements for a specific day.

↔Alternatives

  • Sei libero/a domenica?

    Are you free on Sunday?

  • Cosa fai domenica?

    What are you doing on Sunday?

  • Hai impegni per domenica?

    Do you have commitments for Sunday?

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Cultural Tip

In Italy, Sundays are traditionally a day for family, relaxation, and often a large lunch (pranzo della domenica). Asking about Sunday plans is very common and can lead to invitations for family gatherings, walks, or coffee. Italians often make plans spontaneously, so don't be surprised if someone asks this question without a specific activity in mind yet, just to gauge your availability.