per esempio
Lemma: per esempio
Translation: for example; for instance; e.g. (adverbial phrase)
Etymology: Derived from the preposition 'per' (for, through) and the noun 'esempio' (example). 'Esempio' comes from Latin 'exemplum' (sample, model, pattern), which shares the same root as the English word 'example'. The phrase functions similarly to the English 'for example' and the Latin abbreviation 'e.g.' (exempli gratia).
Example Usage
Mi piacciono molti sport, per esempio il nuoto e il tennis.
I like many sports, for example swimming and tennis.
Ci sono molti modi per imparare l'italiano, per esempio guardando film o leggendo libri.
There are many ways to learn Italian, for instance watching movies or reading books.
Alcuni paesi europei, per esempio l'Italia e la Francia, sono famosi per il loro cibo.
Some European countries, for example Italy and France, are famous for their food.
Mnemonics
- 'Per' sounds like 'for' and 'esempio' clearly resembles 'example' - making this phrase very intuitive for English speakers.
- Think of providing an 'example' 'per' (for) your audience to understand your point better.
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Cultural Context
This phrase is widely used in both written and spoken Italian in academic, professional, and casual contexts. It's one of the first connective phrases Italian language learners typically acquire.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: Both 'per esempio' and 'ad esempio' mean 'for example' and can be used interchangeably in most contexts. The difference is primarily stylistic, with 'ad esempio' sometimes considered slightly more formal.
Confused word:
Puoi mangiare cibi sani, ad esempio frutta e verdura.
You can eat healthy foods, for example fruit and vegetables.
Notes: In written Italian, you might also see the abbreviation 'es.' which corresponds to the English 'e.g.'
Mnemonic: 'Per' and 'ad' are both prepositions that can introduce examples, but 'per esempio' is more common in everyday speech.