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eccome

absolutely

adverb ek-KOH-meh Rare

Also means

and how!

Usage Note

Eccome is an emphatic exclamation meaning 'absolutely', 'certainly', or 'you bet'. It is a fusion of ecco + come and used exclusively as a standalone intensifier, never mid-sentence. For example, if asked 'Do you like pizza?' you can reply Eccome! — the equivalent of 'Do I ever!' It is informal and expressive.

Examples

"Ti piace il calcio? Eccome!"

Natural Translation

Do you like football? Absolutely!

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