forza
Lemma: forza
Translation: strength; force; power; might (noun)
Etymology: From Latin 'fortia', derived from 'fortis' meaning 'strong'. Related to English 'force' and 'fort'
Mnemonics
- Think of the English word 'force'
- Remember 'fort' - a place of strength
Related Words, Phrases & Idioms
Antonyms
Cultural Context
Commonly used in sports contexts and as an exclamation of encouragement ('Forza Italia!'). Also frequently used in political and social movements.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: 'Forza' is the noun (strength), while 'forte' is the adjective (strong)
This word:
Ho bisogno di forza
I need strength
Confused word:
Lui è forte
He is strong
Notes: Both words are related and come from the same Latin root
Mnemonic: 'Forza' ends in 'a' like many Italian nouns