A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "Today" in Italian
Learn how to say 'today' in Italian. Use this essential time marker to discuss your plans, appointments, or daily events while in Italy.
Oggi.
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Use this when you are talking about your current schedule or events happening within the day. It is perfect for asking about opening hours or confirming a meeting time with a local.
Alternatives
- In giornataUse this when you mean 'sometime during the day'.
- Quest'oggiUse this for a slightly more literary or emphatic tone.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing the double 'g'
The double 'g' in 'oggi' creates a sharp, distinct 'dj' sound; don't make it sound like a soft English 'g'.
Confusing with 'oggi giorno'
Avoid saying 'oggi giorno' to mean 'today'; that phrase actually means 'nowadays' or 'these days'.
A small cultural note
While 'oggi' is standard everywhere, you might hear older generations in some regions use 'oddi' in very informal, rapid speech, but stick to 'oggi' to be safe.
Frequently asked
How do I say today is Monday in Italian?
You say 'Oggi è lunedì'. Remember that days of the week are not capitalized in Italian unless they start a sentence.
Can I use oggi at the end of a sentence?
Yes, you can place it at the beginning or the end of a sentence. 'Oggi vado a Roma' and 'Vado a Roma oggi' are both perfectly natural.
Is there a difference between oggi and oggigiorno?
Yes, 'oggi' refers strictly to the current 24-hour period. 'Oggigiorno' refers to the current era or modern times.
