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volare

English translation of volare

fly

Volare is the Italian verb for fly. It is used to describe the action of flying, either by birds, airplanes, or any other object that can move through the air. For example, 'L'aereo vola alto nel cielo' means 'The airplane flies high in the sky'.


Example sentences using: volare

Mi piacerebbe imparare a volare un aereo

English translation of Mi piacerebbe imparare a volare un aereo

I would like to learn how to fly a plane

This sentence is used when someone expresses their desire to learn how to pilot an aircraft. This can be used metaphorically as well, indicating someone's ambition or desire for adventure or freedom.

Gli uccelli possono volare alto nel cielo

English translation of Gli uccelli possono volare alto nel cielo

Birds can fly high in the sky

This sentence gives a general, factual statement about the ability of birds to fly. It is often used to explain the nature of birds and their capacity for flight, and can also be a metaphorical reference to freedom or ambition.

Credi di volare dal nido troppo presto?

English translation of Credi di volare dal nido troppo presto?

Do you believe you're flying the nest too soon?

This sentence is commonly used to ask someone, especially a young person, if they feel they are becoming independent or taking on responsibilities too soon. Flying the nest is a metaphor derived from the way birds leave their nest once they can fly.

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