Italian Expression · Advanced
prendere atto di
to take note of / to acknowledge
Pronunciation: PREN-de-re AT-to dee
Meaning
To formally acknowledge or note a fact, statement, or situation, often implying understanding and acceptance.
Example
Il consiglio ha preso atto delle preoccupazioni espresse dai cittadini.
The council took note of the concerns expressed by the citizens.
Practice tips
- Practice prendere atto di 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 expression is for advanced-level learners.