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Italian Phrase

Ti va di bere qualcosa più tardi?

/ti va di ˈbe.re kwalˈko.za pju ˈtar.di/
Meaning"Do you fancy a drink later?"
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Meaning

This phrase is a common and informal way to invite someone for a drink. It literally translates to "Does it go to you to drink something later?" but is understood as "Do you feel like/fancy drinking something later?". It's a friendly and casual invitation.

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When to use

You would typically use this phrase with friends, acquaintances, or someone you're getting to know in a casual setting. It's perfect for suggesting a spontaneous get-together for coffee, a beer, or an aperitivo after work or on the weekend.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Tivadiberequalcosapiù tardi

1

Ti va di...

This is an impersonal construction meaning 'Does it suit you to...' or 'Do you feel like...'. 'Ti' is the indirect object pronoun 'to you'. It's a very common and polite way to make suggestions or invitations.

2

bere

This is the infinitive form of the verb 'to drink'. After 'Ti va di', you always use the infinitive form of the verb.

3

qualcosa

This means 'something'. It's an indefinite pronoun and is frequently used in questions and statements to refer to an unspecified item or thing.

4

più tardi

This is an adverbial phrase meaning 'later'. It's commonly used to refer to a time in the near future.

🗨In Conversation

A

Ciao Marco, come stai? Ti va di bere qualcosa più tardi?

Hi Marco, how are you? Do you fancy a drink later?

Ciao! Sì, volentieri! A che ora?

Hi! Yes, gladly! What time?

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Tu vuoi bere qualcosa più tardi?

    While grammatically correct, 'Tu vuoi' (Do you want?) is much more direct and can sound less polite or a bit demanding compared to the softer 'Ti va di...'. 'Ti va di' implies a suggestion rather than a direct question about desire.

  • Ti va a bere qualcosa più tardi?

    The correct preposition to use after 'Ti va di' when followed by an infinitive verb is 'di', not 'a'.

↔Alternatives

  • Vuoi bere qualcosa più tardi?

    Do you want to drink something later?

  • Ti andrebbe di bere qualcosa più tardi?

    Would you like to drink something later?

  • Andiamo a bere qualcosa?

    Shall we go for a drink?

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Cultural Tip

In Italy, inviting someone for 'qualcosa da bere' (something to drink) often implies an 'aperitivo' – a pre-dinner drink accompanied by snacks. This is a very popular social ritual, especially in the early evening. It's a relaxed way to socialize and unwind. The phrase 'Ti va di...' is a very common and friendly way to initiate such an invitation, reflecting the Italian emphasis on social connection and shared experiences.