Italian sympathy lines
Short and quiet is enough. Each line comes with its English meaning and who it suits. Lines that say "Le" are formal (Lei); the "te" and "ti" forms are for close family and friends.
One line and your name says enough. You do not need to add anything.
Le mie più sentite condoglianze.
My most heartfelt condolences.
Formal.
Sentite condoglianze.
Heartfelt condolences.
Short and suits a card.
Le mie condoglianze.
My condolences.
Formal.
Le mie più sincere condoglianze a te e alla tua famiglia.
My most sincere condolences to you and your family.
Addressed to one person as tu.
Ti sono vicino.
I am close to you. (said by a man)
For people close to you.
Ti siamo vicini.
We are close to you.
From several people, to one person (tu).
Il mio cuore è con voi.
My heart is with you (all).
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