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PhrasesAt the GymLa musica è troppo alta.
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La musica è troppo alta.

The music is too loud.

Pronunciation

Stress 'AL-ta'. 'Troppo' = TROP-po — the double 'p' is pronounced distinctly.

When to use it

Say this politely to a staff member if the background music in the gym is uncomfortably loud and is affecting your concentration or causing discomfort.

What it means

'Alta' when referring to sound means 'loud' (literally 'high'). 'Troppo' = too much/too. 'La musica è troppo alta' is the most natural way. You can also say 'il volume è troppo alto' (the volume is too high).

Variations

Potete abbassare la musica?

Can you turn the music down?

Direct request.

Il volume è un po' alto.

The volume is a bit high.

Softer, diplomatic phrasing.

Non riesco a concentrarmi con questa musica.

I can't concentrate with this music.

Explaining the impact.

Mini Dialogue

— Scusi, la musica è troppo alta. Potete abbassarla un po'? — Certamente, mi dispiace. Quanto la abbassiamo? — Basta poco, grazie mille. — Ecco fatto. Va meglio adesso?

— Excuse me, the music is too loud. Can you turn it down a bit? — Certainly, I'm sorry. How much shall we lower it? — Just a little, thank you very much. — Done. Is that better now?

Cultural Note

Italian gyms typically play a mix of Italian pop ('musica italiana'), international hits, and workout EDM. 'Radio DeeJay' and 'RTL 102.5' are the most common background stations. Some gyms allow members to vote on the playlist via a gym app.