See you soon! I hope to see you again.
'A presto' = ah PRES-toh — 'a' is short and unstressed. 'Rivederti' = ree-veh-DEHR-tee.
Use at the end of a positive first meeting to express genuine interest in seeing the person again. Warmer than a simple 'ciao' and signals that the conversation was enjoyable and the connection worth continuing.
'Sperare di + infinitive' = 'to hope to do something.' 'Rivedere' (to see again) with the clitic 'ti' attached = 'to see you again.' This is a standard informal farewell that conveys warmth without being over-the-top.
Ci vediamo presto!
See you soon!
Mutual and warm — assumes you will meet again, which signals positivity.
È stato un piacere! Ci sentiamo.
It's been a pleasure! We'll be in touch.
'Sentirsi' = to be in touch/hear from each other — common when exchanging numbers.
Alla prossima!
Until next time!
Cheerful and casual — 'alla prossima (volta)' = until the next time.
Italians tend to have elaborate farewell rituals — the goodbye at the door can last 15-20 minutes. Multiple 'dai, ciao, a presto' exchanges are normal. Cutting a farewell short can feel abrupt or rude.