Italian Word · Intermediate
insomma
in short / in conclusion / anyway
Pronunciation: in-SOM-ma
Meaning
Used to summarize, conclude, or transition a conversation; can also express exasperation.
Example
Insomma, non siamo riusciti a finire il progetto.
In short, we didn't manage to finish the project.
Practice tips
- Practice insomma out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Italian word is for intermediate-level learners.