esprimi

Esprimi is an Italian term that functions as the imperative form of the verb esprimere, meaning “express!” or “express yourself,” and as the second-person singular present indicative form meaning “you express.” In everyday Italian, esprimi is used both to issue a command and to describe a current action by the subject “tu.” For example: Esprimi la tua opinione.

Etymology and meaning: Esprimere comes from Latin exprimere, formed from ex- “out” and premere “to press.” The figurative sense of forcing an idea or feeling out into expression underpins the modern Italian use of esprimi and related forms.

Grammatical notes: Esprimi is a transitive verb that typically requires a direct object, as in esprimi un pensiero (express a thought) or esprimi la tua opinione (express your opinion). The form is common in ordinary speech and in contexts encouraging articulation, reflection, or candor.

As a name or title: Beyond its grammatical use, esprimi has occasionally been adopted as a brand name, project title, or slogan in Italian-speaking environments. When used in this way, capitalization or surrounding branding signals that it is a proper noun rather than a direct verb form. There is no single internationally recognized entity universally identified as “Esprimi.”

See also: esprimere; espressione.