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How to Say "I'm exhausted" in Italian
Express extreme tiredness in Italian with 'Sono esausto/a', perfect for after a long day or a strenuous activity.
Sono esausto/a.
SOH-noh eh-SAH-oo-stoh / SAH-oo-stahneutral
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Use this when you're truly worn out, like after a long hike, a busy day of sightseeing, or a difficult work project. It's a strong statement of fatigue.
Alternatives
- Sono stanco/a morto/a.More emphatic and informal, like 'I'm dead tired'.
- Non ce la faccio più.Means 'I can't take it anymore', often used when physically or mentally drained.
Ways to get it wrong
Esausto vs. Exhausted
While similar, 'esausto' implies a deeper, more complete depletion of energy.
Stress on 'SAH'
Make sure to stress the second syllable, 'SAH', not the first.
A small cultural note
Italians often express their feelings quite directly, so don't hesitate to use this when you genuinely feel this way.
Frequently asked
How to say I'm very tired in Italian?
The most direct way is 'Sono esausto/a'. For a slightly less intense but still strong feeling, you could say 'Sono molto stanco/a'.
What's the difference between esausto and stanco?
'Stanco' means tired, while 'esausto' implies being completely drained of energy, utterly exhausted.
Is 'Sono esausto' formal or informal?
It's a neutral phrase that works in most social settings. You can use it with friends or people you don't know well.
