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[2024-10-11] Friendship & Language: Italian Proverb Inside!

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Pottery from Sicily, photo by Flo P.

Ciao!

Have you ever heard the saying 'Patti chiari, amicizia lunga'? It's an Italian gem that translates to 'Clear agreements, long friendship,' and it's just one of the many cultural insights you'll uncover in our latest newsletter. Plus, we've got a fun language challenge featuring some cool Italian words like graffio (scratch), focus (focus), ingegnere (engineer), matrimonio (marriage), and impatto (impact). Get ready to expand your vocabulary and deepen your understanding of Italian culture!

graffio

In Italian, the word 'graffio' is used to describe a scratch, which is a shallow mark or wound made by claws or a sharp object. It is often used to describe a superficial injury caused by a cat or a thorn. For example, 'Ho un graffio sul braccio' means 'I have a scratch on my arm'.

Here's how to use it:

  • Il gatto ha lasciato un graffio sul mio braccio.
  • Ho un graffio sulla porta della mia macchina.
  • Il graffio sul tavolo è molto profondo.

focus

The Italian word for focus is 'focus' as well. It is used to describe the act of concentrating on something specific or the center of attention. It is often used in the same context as in English.

Here's how to use it:

  • Devi mantenere il focus sulla tua carriera.
  • Il mio focus ora è la mia famiglia.
  • Senza focus, non raggiungerai i tuoi obiettivi.

ingegnere

The Italian word 'ingegnere' equates to the English term 'engineer'. It is used in the same context as in English, whether referring to a profession in the field of physical sciences or to a person who designs, builds, or maintains engines, machines, or public works.

Here's how to use it:

  • L'ingegnere sta disegnando il ponte
  • Bisogno consultare un ingegnere
  • Mio padre è un ingegnere

matrimonio

In Italian, the word 'matrimonio' is used to describe the union between two people, typically in a legal or religious context. It can also refer to the ceremony or event itself. The term is gender-neutral and can be used to describe the union of any two people, regardless of their gender.

Here's how to use it:

  • Il mio matrimonio è un grande evento nella mia vita.
  • Stiamo organizzando un bellissimo matrimonio in spiaggia.
  • Dopo il matrimonio vanno in luna di miele.

impatto

Impact in Italian is translated as 'impatto'. It is used to describe the effect or influence of one person or thing on another. For example, 'The impact of the new policy on the economy was significant.' or 'The impact of the meteorite on the earth was devastating.' It can also be used to describe a collision or a strong and sudden force, as in 'The car had a severe impact with the tree.' or 'The impact of the news shocked everyone.'

Here's how to use it:

  • L'impatto della tua risposta è stato grande
  • L'impatto ambientale è un problema serio
  • Questo progetto avrà un grande impatto sulla nostra comunità
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Patti chiari, amicizia lunga.

Never stop learning,

Mike from LangBites

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