Italian Word · Intermediate
magari
if only / maybe
Pronunciation: ma-GAH-ree
Meaning
Expresses hopeful longing or a tentative 'maybe' — context shifts the meaning.
Example
Magari potessi venire!
If only I could come!
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice magari out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a intermediate-level Italian word.