B1 — Intermediate⏳ Time & Life
Essere a un bivio
To be at a crossroads
Literal Translation
"To be at a fork in the road"
What it means
Used when facing an important decision that will significantly affect one's future.
Example in context
"A trent'anni si trovava a un bivio: rimanere in Italia o emigrare."
"At thirty he was at a crossroads: stay in Italy or emigrate."
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