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Avere il coraggio di amare

To have the courage to love

Literal Translation

"To have the courage to love"

What it means

To have the courage to love; to be brave enough to be vulnerable. A philosophical expression about the vulnerability required by genuine love. Common in Italian discussions about relationships and emotional maturity.

Example in context

"Ci vuole coraggio per amare davvero — devi essere pronto a soffrire."

"It takes courage to truly love — you have to be ready to suffer."

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