What does altrettanto in Italian mean?

What is the meaning of the word altrettanto in Italian? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use altrettanto in Italian.

The word altrettanto in Italian means as much as, equally, just as many, the same amount, as, same to you, and to you, I can't say the same. To learn more, please see the details below.

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Meaning of the word altrettanto

as much as, equally

aggettivo (in pari quantità)

(adjective: Describes a noun or pronoun--for example, "a tall girl," "an interesting book," "a big house.")
Provo altrettanto amore per lui di quanto ne provi tu.
I love him as much as you do.

just as many, the same amount

pronome (la stessa quantità) (countable)

(adverb: Describes a verb, adjective, adverb, or clause--for example, "come quickly," "very rare," "happening now," "fall down.")
Io ho tre quaderni e lui ne ha altrettanti.
I have three notebooks and likewise does he.

as

avverbio (nello stesso modo)

(adverb: Describes a verb, adjective, adverb, or clause--for example, "come quickly," "very rare," "happening now," "fall down.")
L'altro giorno l'arrosto era proprio gustoso, mentre questa volta non mi è venuto altrettanto buono.
The roast I made the other day was really tasty, while it's not as good this time round.

same to you, and to you

interiezione (risposta ad auguri, ringraziamenti)

(expression: Prepositional phrase, adverbial phrase, or other phrase or expression--for example, "behind the times," "on your own.")
"Tanti auguri di buon Natale a tutta la tua famiglia!". "Altrettanto a te!".
"Merry Christmas to all your family!" "Same to you!

I can't say the same

(expression: Prepositional phrase, adverbial phrase, or other phrase or expression--for example, "behind the times," "on your own.")

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