Can I put the suitcases up here?
va-LI-gie — stress on second syllable. so-PRA — stress on second syllable.
When boarding with luggage and asking to use the overhead rack above other passengers.
'Qui sopra' (up here) refers to the overhead luggage rack (portabagagli). 'Mettere le valigie' (to put the suitcases). Italian regional trains have overhead racks; high-speed trains have racks between seat pairs. Heavy or large bags should go in the end-of-carriage storage area.
C'è spazio per la valigia grande?
Is there space for the large suitcase?
Large bags belong in the dedicated luggage area at the end of the carriage
Posso mettere il trolley nell'apposito spazio?
Can I put the trolley in the dedicated space?
End-of-carriage areas are designated for large luggage
La mia borsa è pesante — può aiutarmi?
My bag is heavy — can you help me?
Ask a fellow passenger for help lifting luggage
Italian high-speed trains have dedicated luggage storage areas at the ends of each carriage for large suitcases. These are first come first served. Overhead racks are for smaller bags and backpacks. Very large bags (those not fitting in the overhead) left in the aisle are a safety hazard and the inspector may ask you to move them.