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What is the English translation of Italian stai

"Stai" in Italian can have a few different English translations, depending on the context. Here are the most common ones:

Formal:

* You are: This is the most common translation when "stai" is used with the formal "Lei/Voi" (you).

* You stand: This translation is used when "stai" is used with the imperative, meaning "stand!" or "stay!"

Informal:

* You are: This is the most common translation when "stai" is used with the informal "tu" (you).

* You stand: Similar to the formal usage, this translation is used with the informal imperative, meaning "stand!" or "stay!"

* You're (doing something): This is used when "stai" is used with the present continuous tense, e.g., "Stai mangiando?" (Are you eating?).

Example:

* "Stai bene?" (Formal) - "Are you well?"

* "Stai fermo!" (Formal) - "Stand still!"

* "Stai bene?" (Informal) - "Are you okay?"

* "Stai andando?" (Informal) - "Are you going?"

It's important to pay attention to the context and the pronouns used to determine the appropriate translation.

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