B1 — Intermediate👁️ Body Parts
Avere il mondo in mano
To have the world at one's feet
Literal Translation
"To have the world in one's hand"
What it means
To have the world at one's feet. An encouraging expression used especially for young people with great potential, implying all opportunities are open to them.
Example in context
"A vent'anni, con quel talento, hai il mondo in mano."
"At twenty, with that talent, you have the world at your feet."
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