Italian · Question Words
c'è
is there / there is
Beginnerphrase
Definition
Used to state or ask about the existence of something.
Example
C'è un supermercato vicino qui?
Is there a supermarket nearby?
Etymology
The phrase 'c'è' is a contraction of 'ci è,' originating from Latin 'est.' It denotes existence and has evolved into a staple of Italian conversation.
How & Where It’s Used
'C'è' is commonly used in spoken and written Italian, often in informal settings, with no regional distinctions.