altrettanto
likewise
adverb ahl-treht-TAHN-toh Less Common
Origin: from altro plus tanto
Also means
just as much
Usage Note
Altrettanto is the polite reply when someone wishes you well: 'the same to you', as after buon appetito!. It also means 'just as much', as in *lavora altrettanto duramente'.
Examples
"Buona giornata! Grazie, altrettanto."
Natural Translation
Have a good day! Thanks, you too.
Literal Translation
Good day! Thanks, likewise.
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