non rivelare
/non riˈveːlare/To keep something secret or hidden, not to disclose information.
È importante non rivelare la password a estranei.
It's important not to reveal the password to strangers.
Non rivelare i dettagli del progetto prima dell'annuncio ufficiale.
Don't reveal the project details before the official announcement.
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to instruct someone to keep information confidential.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Contexts
This phrase is frequently used in Italian when discussing confidentiality, such as in work settings, legal documents, or personal advice. It can also appear in media when characters are sworn to secrecy.
⚡Gold Rule
Negation in Italian
The negation 'non' always precedes the verb in Italian. For compound tenses, 'non' comes before the auxiliary verb (e.g., 'non ho rivelato').
📖Word Origin
The phrase combines the negation 'non' (not) with the infinitive 'rivelare' (to reveal), derived from Latin 'revelare' (to unveil).
📝Usage Notes
Used in direct instructions or warnings to maintain confidentiality. Often appears in contexts like contracts, legal agreements, or personal advice.