Italian: Tu vs. Lei
beginnerIn Italian, 'tu' is used for friends, family, and children. 'Lei' (always capitalized in writing) is used to show respect to elders, superiors, or people you don't know. Note that the verb ending changes to match the subject!
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In Italian, 'tu' is used for friends, family, and children. 'Lei' (always capitalized in writing) is used to show respect to elders, superiors, or people you don't know. Note that the verb ending chan...
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