Meaning
us
- to us
- ourselves; each other
- there; in/at it
In a sentence
Ci hanno chiamato ieri sera per la cena.
They called us last night about dinner.
Non ci vediamo spesso durante la settimana.
We don't see each other often during the week.
Ci puoi aiutare con questo problema?
Can you help us with this problem?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| ci | Acc · plural · 1st person |
| ci | Dat · plural · 1st person |
Usage notes
- Use 'ci' for 'us' or 'to us' when the verb already implies the object (e.g., 'Ci vedono' = 'They see us'). Avoid 'noi' unless emphasizing the subject.
- 'Ci' replaces 'a + place' (e.g., 'Vado a Roma' → 'Ci vado' = 'I’m going there'). Don’t confuse with 'lì' (specific location).
- In reflexive constructions, 'ci' can mean 'each other' (e.g., 'Ci parliamo' = 'We talk to each other'). Not interchangeable with 'si' for singular.