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A quando ci rivediamo?

When shall we see each other again?

Pronunciation

'A quando' — a QUAN-do. Stress on 'quando'. 'Rivediamo' — ri-ve-DIA-mo, stress on the third syllable.

When to use it

Use as a goodbye question that immediately plans the next meeting — very Italian in its refusal to let the goodbye be the end. Ensures the relationship continues.

What it means

'A quando' (until when) asks when the next meeting will be. 'Ci rivediamo' (we see each other again) uses the reflexive. Asking this question at goodbye is characteristically Italian — the next meeting is established before the current one is over.

Variations

Quando ci vediamo la prossima volta?

When do we see each other next time?

Same question slightly expanded — gives more time to think about the answer

Fissiamo già la prossima data.

Let's already fix the next date.

'Fissare una data' (to fix a date) — immediate action, not just a question

Non aspettiamo troppo la prossima volta.

Let's not wait too long next time.

Slightly reproachful — implies the last gap was too long. Warm pressure to meet more often.

Mini Dialogue

— È stata una serata fantastica. — A quando ci rivediamo? Non voglio aspettare troppo. — La settimana prossima ti va? — Perfetto. Venerdì sera?

— It's been a fantastic evening. — When shall we see each other again? I don't want to wait too long. — Next week works for you? — Perfect. Friday evening?

Cultural Note

The Italian practice of planning the next meeting before the current one ends reflects a social philosophy where relationships are actively maintained, not left to chance. 'Non aspettiamo troppo' (let's not wait too long) is not a complaint — it's an expression of affection.