Meaning
ideally
- in the best possible way or under perfect circumstances
- in the realm of ideas or concepts; theoretically
In a sentence
Idealmente, dovremmo terminare il rapporto entro venerdì pomeriggio.
Ideally, we should finish the report by Friday afternoon.
Questo progetto si collega idealmente alla ricerca svolta lo scorso anno.
This project is conceptually linked to the research conducted last year.
Idealmente vorrei viaggiare per sei mesi, ma non ho abbastanza ferie.
Ideally I would like to travel for six months, but I don't have enough time off.
Usage notes
- Often introduces a condition or preference in formal and semi-formal contexts.