influenzare
Il suo discorso ha influenzato molti giovani.
His speech influenced many young people.
To have an effect on someone or something, often changing their behavior, opinions, or decisions.
La pubblicità può influenzare le scelte dei consumatori.
Advertising can influence consumer choices.
Il clima può influenzare l'umore delle persone.
The weather can influence people's moods.
This verb is often used in contexts where one person or thing affects another in a significant way.
Collocations
Pro Tip
Common Usage
Remember that 'influenzare' is often followed by a direct object (e.g., 'influenzare una persona' or 'influenzare un evento').
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'influere', meaning 'to flow into', which later evolved to mean 'to have an effect on' in Italian.
Usage Notes
This verb is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. It can be used with both people and abstract concepts.