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How to Say "Drive safe" in Italian
Italian phrase for 'drive safe' or 'take it easy' when someone is about to drive.
Guida piano!
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Say this to a friend or family member just before they get into their car to drive. It's a warm way to wish them a safe journey.
Alternatives
- Buon viaggio!Use this for any kind of travel, not just driving.
- Fai attenzione!This is a more general 'be careful' and can be used in many situations.
Ways to get it wrong
Piano vs. Pieno
Don't say 'Guida pieno!' which means 'Drive full!' – you need 'piano' for 'slowly/safely'.
Pronouncing 'guida'
The 'gui' sounds like 'gwee', not 'goo-ee'.
A small cultural note
While 'Guida piano!' is common, Italians might also say 'Vedi di non fare incidenti!' (See to it you don't have accidents!) with a bit of dark humor.
Frequently asked
How to say drive safe in Italian?
The most common way is 'Guida piano!'. It literally means 'Drive slowly!' but implies driving safely.
Is 'Guida piano' formal or informal?
'Guida piano' is informal, used with friends and family. For a more formal situation, you might use 'Faccia attenzione alla guida' (Pay attention to your driving), but this is less common.
What's the difference between 'Guida piano' and 'Buon viaggio'?
'Guida piano' is specifically for someone driving a car. 'Buon viaggio' is a general 'Have a good trip' for any kind of travel.
