Italian Phrase
Quando ci vediamo la prossima volta?
Meaning
This question asks the listener to specify the next time you will meet. It combines the interrogative adverb 'quando' (when) with the reflexive verb 'vedersi' (to see each other) and the phrase 'la prossima volta' (the next time). It is a friendly, informal way to arrange future plans.
When to use
Use this sentence when you have already met the person before and you want to set up the next meeting, whether for a casual coffee, a business appointment, or a social event. It works well in both spoken and written Italian, especially among friends, colleagues, or acquaintances.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Quandocivediamolaprossimavolta?
Quando (interrogative adverb)
Used to ask about time; it does not change with gender or number.
ci (reflexive pronoun)
In 'vedersi', the pronoun indicates a reciprocal action – 'we see each other'.
vediamo (present indicative, 1st person plural)
From the verb 'vedere' (to see); in the reflexive form it means 'we see each other'.
la prossima volta (time expression)
Literally 'the next time'; 'prossima' agrees with the feminine noun 'volta'.
Question mark
Italian questions are marked only with a final '?' (the opening '¿' is not used).
🗨In Conversation
Quando ci vediamo la prossima volta?
When will we see each other next time?
Che ne dici di mercoledì pomeriggio?
How about Wednesday afternoon?
✕Common Mistakes
Quando vediamo la prossima volta?
Do not use the non‑reflexive form 'vediamo' alone; you need the pronoun 'ci' to convey 'see each other'.
Quando ci vediamo una prossima volta?
Avoid adding an extra article like 'una' before 'prossima volta' – it sounds redundant.
Quando ci vediamo la prossima volta
Missing the question mark makes it read as a statement rather than a question.
↔Alternatives
Quando ci incontriamo di nuovo?
When will we meet again?
Quando ci rivediamo?
When will we see each other again?
Qual è il prossimo appuntamento?
What is the next appointment?
Cultural Tip
In Italy, arranging a future meeting is often done with a specific suggestion rather than a vague 'sometime'. Adding a concrete day or activity (e.g., 'Che ne dici di prendere un caffè domani?') shows politeness and helps avoid ambiguity. Also, note that 'la prossima volta' can sound slightly formal; among close friends, many prefer the shorter 'quando ci rivediamo?'.