A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "This one" in Italian
Use 'questo' to point to something nearby when you're speaking in Italian.
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When you're at a market and want to ask for a specific item, or when you're showing someone an object you have. It's the direct equivalent of pointing and saying 'this one'.
Alternatives
- questaUse when referring to a feminine noun.
- codestoLess common, more literary, or used in specific regions.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'questo' with 'questi'/'queste'
'Questi' is for plural masculine and 'queste' for plural feminine; 'questo' is singular masculine.
Pronouncing the 'q'
The 'q' in Italian is always followed by 'u' and sounds like 'kw'.
A small cultural note
Italians often use gestures to accompany demonstrative pronouns like 'questo', so pointing or a slight hand movement is natural.
Frequently asked
How to say 'this one' for a woman?
You need to match the gender of the noun. For a feminine noun, you'd say 'questa'.
When do I use 'questo' vs 'quello'?
'Questo' refers to something close to you, while 'quello' refers to something further away.
Is 'questo' always masculine?
Yes, 'questo' is the singular masculine form. You'll use 'questa' for singular feminine nouns.
