Il libro Headway - Avanzato - L'ultima parola (Unità 8)

used to imply that even the most careful or well-prepared people or families can still experience unexpected mishaps or mistakes

l'incidente non dice che sto arrivando

used to say that people's actions show their true intentions or beliefs more clearly than their words

guarda la performance, non le parole

something that is really terrible to experience

una terribile esperienza

used to suggest that the success of a man is often due to the support, hard work, and sacrifices of a woman in his life

c'è una donna dietro ogni uomo di successo

something that is a typical or normal part of a person's job

tutto in una giornata di lavoro

to desire to have two things that are impossible to have without sacrificing the other

prendere la torta e mangiala

used to describe something that is complicated due to not being clearly described or shown

profondo

used to describe someone or something that perfectly matches one's tastes, values, or preferences

dopo il proprio cuore

used to excuse or dismiss negative behavior by boys or men, with the implication that it is simply part of their nature

Sono ragazzi...

used before stating the most important fact about a particular situation

infine

the unexpected appearance or remebrance of a person or thing that evokes nostalgic feelings within one

che tuffo nel passato

used for saying that without working hard and experiencing difficulties, one cannot achieve anything

nessun dolore, nessun guadagno

used to suggest that it is preferable to take precautions and be cautious in order to avoid problems or regret later on

La prudenza non è mai troppa!

used to suggest that misfortune or bad luck often happens in groups of three, and when one negative event occurs, two more will follow

le cose brutte accadono tre volte

used to suggest that good things often happen in groups of three

le cose buone accadono tre volte

used to say that a son's behavior or qualities are similar to those of his father

la pera cade sul fondo

used to imply that diversity and individual differences among people are necessary for the world to function and thrive

ci vogliono tutti i tipi per creare un mondo

used to mean that it is better to take action or complete a task, even if it is delayed, rather than not doing it at all

meglio tardi che mai

something that is exactly what is needed or required in a certain situation

la panacea del tuo problema

used to advise someone to behave responsibly and not engage in risky or questionable behavior

non fare nulla che io non faccia

to believe that it is not someone's place to make a decision or judgment on a particular matter and that it should be left to others who are more qualified or have more authority to do so

non spetta a nessuno dirlo

to be in a difficult situation where any decision or action taken may result in negative consequences, no matter what choice is made

se sputi, barba

used to convey surprise, shock, or disbelief in response to something that is difficult to comprehend or absurd

confondere qualcuno

to be so unpleasant, disturbing, or frightening that it is difficult to even consider or imagine

anche il pensiero è terribile

to shop to the point of exhaustion or until one collapses

shopping fino a cadere e svenire

used to imply that different people are suited to different things, and what works well for one person may not work well for another

ogni gallo ha un grappolo

an event or service where a person, such as a celebrity, politician, or businessperson, meets and interacts with members of the public

incontro

done honestly, justly, or without disobeying any rules

lealmente

used to say that someone or something has gone from a position of low status or obscurity to one of great success, fame, or popularity

sfigato a figo

used to refer to one's closest and most intimate family members or friends

il loro preferito

used to imply that if something is not used or practiced, it will be forgotten or taken away

se non lo usi, perderai

completely full or crowded to the point of congestion or blockage

piena zeppa

to actually do what one claims or preaches, and not just talk about it

essere uno con quello che fa con quello che dice

to publicly identify and criticize individuals or organizations for engaging in inappropriate or unethical behavior in order to hold them accountable for their actions or punish them

non scrivere il tuo nome