Why do Italians say Bon appétit?

Here’s how to say “enjoy your meal” in Italian It seems that its origins derive from a medieval tradition. It is said that, in the past, rich people used to invite their servants once a year for lunch and wished them “bon appetit” as a way of saying: “today you can eat more than usual, enjoy“.

Is it rude to say buon appetito?

Since it was first used by a high-ranking person directed to someone such as a servant, buon appetito is still linked to the idea of a favor granted to the inferior. Thus, some say it might be perceived as offensive, although nowadays, the same two words are not limited to just one social class.

Is Bon appétit in French or Italian?

Buon appetito is the precise equivalent of the well-known French expression bon appétit which we’ve borrowed into English. This phrase, which literally translates as good appetite, has been in use as far back as the Middle Ages.

What can I say instead of Bon appétit?

synonyms for bon appetit!

  • chow down!
  • eat hearty!
  • eat up!
  • enjoy your meal.
  • good appetite.

Is Buen Provecho Italian?

Buen Provecho is equivalent to the French Bon Appétit or the Italian Buon Appetito. If someone says buen provecho at the commencement of a meal, it is their hope that you enjoy your food and digest it well.

Whats does Prego mean?

/ you’re welcome
interjection. /’preɡo/ (risposta / invito) please / you’re welcome , after you , don’t mention it.

How do you say Happy eating?

Using this phrase is a very popular way of telling someone to enjoy their meal….If you’re having friends over for lunch or dinner, you can say the following:

  1. Let’s dig in (or ‘dig in’)
  2. Enjoy your meal (or ‘enjoy’)
  3. Hope you enjoy what we’ve made for you.
  4. Bon appetit.

What is another word for have a nice meal?

What is another word for enjoy your meal?

bon appetit! chow down!
eat hearty! eat up!
good appetite

What countries say Buen Provecho?

Spanish is a polite language. At least in Mexico, many of the mom sayings have to do with politeness and manners. Saying “thank you,” “bless you,” “you’re welcome,” and buen provecho is a must in Latin America….Polite Phrases in Spanish.

English Spanish
compliments to the chef! ¡felicitaciones al chef!