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    porgo i miei rispetti

    Grammar & Usage

    fixed expression
    formal

    How it works

    Formed by the first-person singular present indicative of the transitive verb 'porgere' (to extend/offer), followed by the masculine plural definite article and possessive 'i miei' and the plural noun 'rispetti' (respects). It is used as a formal epistolary closing, a respectful greeting to a dignitary, or a phrase uttered at memorials/funerals. It often takes an indirect object pronoun (e.g., 'Le porgo...') indicating the person being addressed.

    Sample sentences

    Le porgo i miei rispetti, signor Ambasciatore.

    I pay my respects to you, Mr. Ambassador.

    Sono venuto di persona per porgere i miei rispetti alla famiglia.

    I came in person to pay my respects to the family.

    Con la presente, Le porgo i miei più sinceri rispetti.

    With this letter, I extend my most sincere respects to you.

    Quick facts

    tense:presente indicativo (1st person singular)
    pragmatics:High-register formula, frequently found in formal correspondence, diplomatic contexts, or solemn occasions.
    verb_infinitive:porgere

    Mnemonic

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    Example

    Le porgo i miei rispetti, signor Ambasciatore.

    I pay my respects to you, Mr. Ambassador.

    Sono venuto di persona per porgere i miei rispetti alla famiglia.

    I came in person to pay my respects to the family.

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