A2 — Elementarynoun
coraggio
courage
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
audaciabravuraardireintrepidezzadeterminazione
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
pauravigliaccheriacodardiatimidezza
Usage note
'Audacia' is boldness/daring. 'Ardire' is daring (often literary). 'Intrepidezza' is fearlessness. 'Farsi coraggio' means to pluck up courage. 'Coraggio!' is an exclamation meaning 'Come on!/Hang in there!'.
Example
"Ci vuole coraggio per parlare in pubblico."
"It takes courage to speak in public."
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