Mario is saying “It’s-a me, Mario!” 🎮
Here’s a breakdown:
🗣️ Why “It’s-a me” and not “Itsumi”
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Origin: The phrase comes from Mario’s original English localization in games like Super Mario 64 (1996).
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Voice Actor: Charles Martinet provides Mario’s iconic voice, adding the playful Italian accent.
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Phrase Structure:
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“It’s-a me” = “It is me” with a fun accent added for character.
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“Itsumi” would be a single word, which isn’t what the voice actor says.
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🎮 Fun Fact
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This catchphrase is now one of Mario’s most recognizable quotes worldwide.
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Variations include “Here we go!”, “Let’s-a go!”, and “Yahoo!”, all with the same energetic tone.
✅ Answer in short:
Mario says “It’s-a me, Mario!”, not “Itsumi.”