Sto bene, grazie.
Meaning
Sto bene, grazie. means I'm fine, thanks..
When to use
Brief positive reply. Use this in first conversations when exchanging basic personal information.
How it works
Treat this as a ready-made phrase first. After it feels familiar, compare the translation and pronunciation chunks to see which part carries the request, object, place, or politeness.
Nuance
Neutral everyday wording. Italian can be warm and direct; the polite marker keeps service interactions smooth.
Watch out
Avoid translating word by word when speaking. Say the phrase as a complete chunk first.
Useful detail
Italian learners should focus on when the phrase is natural, not only its literal translation. Category: Meeting people.
Notes
Brief positive reply. Neutral everyday wording.