Oggetto: Richiesta di informazioni — Prodotto XYZ

Subject: Information request — Product XYZ

Pronunciation

'Oggetto' = od-JET-to; double 't' shortens the preceding vowel.

When to use it

Always use a clear, specific subject line in every professional Italian email. The subject line ('oggetto') is the first thing read and determines whether the email is opened promptly.

What it means

In Italian business emails, the subject line is always labelled 'Oggetto:' (Object/Subject). It should be specific: avoid vague subjects like 'Info' or 'Domanda'. A well-written oggetto significantly increases response rates.

Variations

Oggetto: Proposta di collaborazione — [Nome Azienda]

Subject: Collaboration proposal — [Company Name]

For first-contact partnership emails

Oggetto: Sollecito pagamento fattura n. 123

Subject: Payment reminder invoice no. 123

For chasing unpaid invoices

Oggetto: Appuntamento del 25 marzo — Conferma

Subject: Meeting of 25 March — Confirmation

For confirming a scheduled meeting

Mini Dialogue

Oggetto: Richiesta di preventivo — Servizi di consulenza Gentile Staff, la contatto per richiedere un preventivo per i vostri servizi di consulenza aziendale. Siamo un'azienda di medie dimensioni nel settore alimentare. In attesa di un vostro riscontro, Cordiali saluti, Carlo Ferrero

Subject: Quote request — Consulting services Dear Staff, I am contacting you to request a quote for your business consulting services. We are a medium-sized company in the food sector. Awaiting your reply, Best regards, Carlo Ferrero

Cultural Note

In Italian public administration, email subjects must often follow a rigid format ('Oggetto: Richiesta di...') because the oggetto is used for official filing. Even in private companies, a clear oggetto shows professionalism.

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