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Condoglianze per la nonna.

Condoglianze per la nonna.
My condolences for your grandmother.
From Lesson 55:Auguri! Wishes and celebrations·Italian

Questions & Answers about Condoglianze per la nonna.

Why doesn't the sentence say tua nonna (your grandmother)?
In Italian, it's very common to just say la nonna (literally "the grandmother") in this situation instead of using a possessive word. It sounds respectful and conveniently avoids having to choose between the informal tua (your) and the formal Sua (your).
Do I need to add "my" and say le mie condoglianze?
You can, but it is not necessary. Just saying condoglianze on its own is the standard, everyday way to express sympathy in Italian.
Is condoglianze a plural word?
Yes! Just like in English ("condolences"), the Italian word condoglianze is always used in the plural. It is a feminine plural noun, so if you ever want to say "heartfelt condolences", you would use a feminine plural adjective: sentite condoglianze.
How do I pronounce the gli part of condoglianze?
The gli combination makes a unique sound that is similar to the "lli" in the English word "million". You make it by pressing the flat middle part of your tongue against the roof of your mouth, rather than just the tip.

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