Draghi

/ˈdraɡi/

proper noun★Intermediate

formal

Mario Draghi is an Italian economist and banker who served as the President of the European Central Bank (ECB) from 2011 to 2019. He is known for his leadership during the European sovereign debt crisis.

Draghi è famoso per la sua frase 'Whatever it takes' per salvare l'euro.

Draghi is famous for his 'Whatever it takes' phrase to save the euro.

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The name 'Draghi' is also a common Italian surname, but in this context, it refers specifically to Mario Draghi.

Collocations

Draghi's policiesle politiche di DraghiDraghi's legacyl'eredità di Draghi

Synonyms

Related Phrases

Whatever it takesphrase

A phrase used to indicate strong commitment to a course of action

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Historical Context

Understanding Draghi's role in the ECB is key to grasping his significance in modern European economics.

📖Word Origin

The surname 'Draghi' is of Italian origin, derived from the word 'drago' meaning 'dragon'.

📝Usage Notes

While 'Draghi' is a common surname in Italy, it is most widely recognized in the context of Mario Draghi's role in European economic policy.

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