A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "Can i have a receipt" in Italian
Ask for a receipt in Italian shops and restaurants with this simple, polite phrase.
Posso avere la ricevuta?
POS-so a-VE-re la re-CHOO-taneutral
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Use this when you've made a purchase and need a receipt for your records or for a return. It's appropriate in most shops, restaurants, or service providers.
Alternatives
- Mi fa la ricevuta?Slightly more direct, asking them to make it for you.
- Lo scontrino, per favore.More common for smaller purchases, like at a bar or a small shop.
Ways to get it wrong
Receiving vs. Receipt
Don't confuse 'ricevere' (to receive) with 'ricevuta' (receipt).
Stress on 'ricevuta'
The stress is on the 'u' sound, not the 'e'.
A small cultural note
While not always automatically given, especially for small purchases, asking for a receipt is perfectly normal and accepted.
Frequently asked
When do Italians usually get a receipt?
Receipts are usually given automatically for larger purchases or when requested. For very small transactions, like a coffee, it might not be offered unless you ask.
Is 'scontrino' the same as 'ricevuta'?
'Scontrino' is a receipt, often from a cash register, common in shops and bars. 'Ricevuta' is a more general term for a receipt or proof of payment, used in more varied contexts.
Can I just say 'ricevuta'?
While 'ricevuta' means receipt, it's better to use a full phrase like 'Posso avere la ricevuta?' or 'Lo scontrino, per favore' for politeness.
