afferra
grab
The Italian word 'afferra' is used in the same way as the English word 'grab'. It is a verb that means to quickly and firmly take hold of something, often implying a sense of urgency or force. For example, 'Afferra la tua giacca, sta per piovere.' translates to 'Grab your jacket, it's about to rain.' It can also be used figuratively, such as in 'Afferra l'opportunità' meaning 'Grab the opportunity.'
Example sentences using: afferra
Afferra quel libro e leggilo.
Grab that book and read it.
This sentence implies the speaker instructing someone to take hold of a specific book and read it, perhaps for obtaining particular information or simply for leisure.
Il cane afferra sempre la palla al volo.
The dog always catches the ball on the fly.
This sentence is used to describe a situation where a dog is adept at catching a ball while it is still in the air, perhaps a testament to its agility and quick reflexes.
Lui afferra l'occasione con entrambe le mani.
He seizes the opportunity with both hands.
This sentence is a way of expressing that someone is enthusiastically or eagerly taking advantage of an opportunity presented to them, it’s typically used to commend their initiative.