Posso portare un amico in prova?

Can I bring a friend for a trial?

Pronunciation

Stress 'POR-ta-re'. 'Prova' = PROH-va, meaning trial or test.

When to use it

Many gyms offer a 'porta un amico' (bring a friend) scheme. Ask at reception to find out if your guest can train with you for free.

What it means

'Posso' = can I, 'portare' = to bring, 'in prova' = on a trial basis. The 'porta un amico' referral scheme is common marketing in Italian gyms and may earn you a discount or a free month.

Variations

Avete un programma 'porta un amico'?

Do you have a 'bring a friend' programme?

Directly asking about the scheme.

Posso far entrare un ospite?

Can I bring in a guest?

More formal alternative.

Mio fratello vuole provare la palestra.

My brother wants to try the gym.

Explaining why you're asking.

Mini Dialogue

— Posso portare un amico in prova? — Certo! Abbiamo una giornata prova gratuita per gli ospiti. — Perfetto. Possiamo venire sabato mattina? — Sabato va benissimo. Basta che venga con lei all'ingresso.

— Can I bring a friend for a trial? — Of course! We have a free trial day for guests. — Perfect. Can we come on Saturday morning? — Saturday is fine. He just needs to come with you at the entrance.

Cultural Note

Italian gyms often run 'Open Day' events, typically in September and January, where non-members can train for free. These are heavily promoted on social media and are a major part of Italian gym marketing culture.

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