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Situazioni e Stati - Difficoltà e Avversità

Esplora i proverbi inglesi che rappresentano difficoltà e avversità, inclusi "piove sempre sul bagnato" e "il mal comune mezzo gaudio".

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life is not all beer and skittles

used to suggest that while there may be times of happiness, there will also be times of hardship, and that it is important to be realistic and practical in one's approach to life

La vita non è sempre facile e piacevole

La vita non è sempre facile e piacevole

Ex: As a child, Jack thought that growing up meant doing whatever he wanted, but with time he learned that life is not all beer and skittles. 
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prosperity (makes|gains) friends, and adversity tries them

used to imply that during prosperous times, people are more likely to form friendships, while during challenging times, the strength and authenticity of those friendships are tested

La vera amicizia si riconosce nei momenti difficili

La vera amicizia si riconosce nei momenti difficili

Ex: Peter noticed that when he first made a lot of money, many people were eager to spend time with him.  But now that his business had faltered, most of those friends disappeared.  The old saying proved true - prosperity makes friends and adversity tries them. 
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sometime darkness can show you the light

used to suggest that difficult or challenging experiences can sometimes lead to positive outcomes or insights, emphasizing the importance of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity

Le difficoltà possono portare crescita e comprensione

Le difficoltà possono portare crescita e comprensione

Ex: Susan faced a painful breakup that left her heartbroken, but it inspired her to work on herself and grow into a better version.  Sometimes darkness can show you the light. 
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the longest mile is the last mile home

used to suggest that the final part of a journey or task often feels more difficult and takes more time than the earlier stages

La parte finale di un compito spesso sembra la più difficile

La parte finale di un compito spesso sembra la più difficile

Ex: Finishing a project can be tough, but remember that the longest mile is the last mile home. 
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there is no royal road to learning

used to imply that there are no shortcuts or easy paths to acquiring knowledge or expertise, and that the only way to truly learn something is through hard work, study, and practice

Non esistono scorciatoie per imparare davvero

Non esistono scorciatoie per imparare davvero

Ex: Learning a new language can be challenging, but remember that there is no royal road to learning. 
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we all have our cross to bear

used to imply that everyone has their own unique challenges or problems to deal with, and that it is important to be understanding and empathetic toward others who may be struggling

Ognuno ha i propri problemi

Ognuno ha i propri problemi

Ex: My friend has been dealing with a lot of family drama lately, but I reminded her that we all have our crosses to bear and to take it one day at a time. 
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when it rains, it pours

used to suggest that when something bad happens, other bad things often happen in quick succession or in large numbers, making the situation seem even worse

I problemi spesso arrivano uno dopo l'altro

I problemi spesso arrivano uno dopo l'altro

Ex: Susan was having a terrible day - she overslept, burned her breakfast, and got a speeding ticket on the way to work.  "Great," she muttered, "When it rains, it pours!" 
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a bad penny always turns up

used to imply that someone or something that is considered undesirable or unwelcome will inevitably reappear or resurface, even if they have been supposedly eliminated or dealt with

Una persona o cosa indesiderata può ricomparire

Una persona o cosa indesiderata può ricomparire

Ex: Jack's troublesome friend who was always getting into trouble would somehow track him down, no matter how Jack tried to avoid him.  Shaking his head, Jack said, "A bad penny always turns up." 
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a gem is not polished without rubbing, nor a man perfected without trials

used to suggest that difficult experiences and challenges are necessary for personal growth and development, and that one should embrace them as opportunities for self-improvement

Le difficoltà aiutano a crescere e maturare

Le difficoltà aiutano a crescere e maturare

Ex: Susan struggled for years to achieve her dreams but she persevered, knowing that a gem is not polished without rubbing, nor a man perfected without trials. 
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above black there is no color (, and above salt there is no savor|)

used to express a sense of emotional or psychological exhaustion, where someone becomes indifferent or desensitized to challenges due to experiencing significant adversity or hardship

Troppe difficoltà possono rendere insensibili ai problemi

Troppe difficoltà possono rendere insensibili ai problemi

Ex: After years of experiencing poverty and discrimination, he felt that above black there is no color and became indifferent to the daily struggles he faced. 
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calamity is man's true touchstone

used to imply that it is easy to appear virtuous and noble when everything is going well, but it is during times of hardship that a person's true nature is tested

Il vero carattere emerge nelle difficoltà

Il vero carattere emerge nelle difficoltà

Ex: John led a comfortable and easy life, but when tragedy struck, he discovered the weaknesses in his character.  Calamity is man's true touchstone. 
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crosses are ladders that lead to heaven

used to suggest that the difficulties or hardships one encounters in life can serve as opportunities for spiritual growth and can ultimately lead to a better place in the afterlife

Le difficoltà possono portare alla crescita spirituale

Le difficoltà possono portare alla crescita spirituale

Ex: Jane experienced much suffering and adversity, but she drew strength from the knowledge that crosses are ladders that lead to heaven. 
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it is easier to tear down than to build (it back|) up

used to imply that creating or building something requires effort, time, and resources, while destroying or tearing something down can often be accomplished quickly and with little effort

Distruggere è più facile che costruire

Distruggere è più facile che costruire

Ex: John watched as people easily criticized and condemned others, but found few who were willing to offer constructive support.  He realized it is easier to tear down than to build up. 
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every heart (has|hath) its own ache

used to emphasize that everyone has their own struggles and pain that they carry within them, even if it is not outwardly visible or apparent to others

Ognuno porta il proprio dolore nascosto

Ognuno porta il proprio dolore nascosto

Ex: Sally understood from Peter's words that even though outwardly he seemed happy, every heart has its own ache that others cannot always see. 
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every path has its (own|) puddle

used to say that every journey or course of action will have its own set of obstacles or challenges

Ogni strada ha le proprie difficoltà

Ogni strada ha le proprie difficoltà

Ex: Joe felt like giving up due to all the roadblocks he encountered, but his grandfather told him, "Every path has its puddle.  Keep moving forward." 
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if it is not one thing, it is another

used to imply that life is full of challenges and setbacks, and that when one problem or difficulty is resolved, another one inevitably arises

Finisce un problema e ne arriva un altro

Finisce un problema e ne arriva un altro

Ex: Peter had been trying to fix an issue on his car all afternoon, but kept encountering new problems.  He shrugged and said, "If it is not one thing, it is another." 
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you may as well bid me lade the sea with a nutshell

used to imply that a task or request given is impossible or extremely difficult to accomplish

Questo compito è praticamente impossibile

Questo compito è praticamente impossibile

Ex: When Peter told Susan to finish a hundred-page report in an hour, she replied with exasperation, 'You may as well bid me lade the sea with a nutshell.' 
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new levels, new devils

used to suggest that success is not a destination but an ongoing process, and that each new level of achievement brings with it new challenges and difficulties to overcome

Ogni nuovo livello porta nuove sfide

Ogni nuovo livello porta nuove sfide

Ex: Susan got promoted to management and thought things would get easier, but quickly discovered new troubles at this increased responsibility.  As the saying goes, new levels, new devils. 
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misery loves company

used to imply that people who are unhappy may feel a sense of comfort or relief in knowing that they are not alone in their suffering and that others share their pain

Chi soffre trova conforto nel non essere solo

Chi soffre trova conforto nel non essere solo

Ex: Jack was struggling and found comfort in venting his problems to his brother Joe, looking for sympathy and validation.  The old saying proved true once again - misery loves company. 
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misfortunes never come singly

used to imply that problems or difficulties tend to occur in clusters or sequences, rather than as isolated incidents

Le disgrazie spesso arrivano una dopo l'altra

Le disgrazie spesso arrivano una dopo l'altra

Ex: John was having a bad day when his car broke down, and then he found out he'd been laid off from work as well.  He sighed and said that misfortunes never come singly. 
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it is all Lombard Street to a China orange

used to describe a challenging task or problem that requires careful thought and attention to detail

Questo problema è molto difficile e richiede grande attenzione

Questo problema è molto difficile e richiede grande attenzione

Ex: Understanding this complex legal document is Lombard Street to a China orange for most people. 
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