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forza
/ˈfɔr.tsa/
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strengthLa forza di un atleta si misura con gli esercizi in palestra.
An athlete's strength is measured through gym exercises.
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general
Physical power or energy exerted by the body or a machine
Ha usato tutta la sua forza per sollevare il peso.
He used all his strength to lift the weight.
Often used in sports, fitness, or physical activities.
general
Power or influence derived from a group or collective effort
La forza della squadra è nella sua unità.
The team's strength lies in its unity.
Common in social or organizational contexts.
general
Strength of character or moral courage
Ha avuto la forza di dire la verità nonostante le conseguenze.
She had the strength to tell the truth despite the consequences.
Often used in emotional or psychological contexts.
technical
Force (physics: interaction that causes a change in motion)
La forza di gravità attrae gli oggetti verso il centro della Terra.
The force of gravity pulls objects toward the center of the Earth.
In physics, 'forza' is a vector quantity measured in newtons (N).
informal
(Sports) Cheer or encouragement, often shouted by fans
La folla gridava 'Forza Italia!' durante la partita.
The crowd shouted 'Go Italy!' during the match.
Common in sports events, especially in Italy.
general
By force (e.g., 'prendere qualcosa per forza')
Ha preso il libro per forza quando gliel'ho rifiutato.
He took the book by force when I refused it.
Used in expressions like 'prendere per forza' (take by force) or 'fare qualcosa per forza' (do something by force).
Collocations
forza di volontàwillpowerforza maggioreforce majeureforza fisicaphysical strengthforza mentalemental strengthforza lavorolabor force
Antonyms
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Sports and Cheering
In Italian sports contexts, 'Forza!' is equivalent to 'Come on!' or 'Go!' in English. For example, 'Forza Roma!' means 'Go Roma!'
Gold Rule
Plural vs. Singular
Use 'forza' (singular) for general strength or encouragement, and 'forze' (plural) for collective power (e.g., 'le forze dell'ordine' = law enforcement) or physics (e.g., 'le quattro forze fondamentali' = the four fundamental forces).
Word Origin
From Latin 'fortia' (plural of 'fortis'), meaning 'strong' or 'brave'. Entered Italian via Vulgar Latin.
Usage Notes
'Forza' is a versatile word used in physical, emotional, technical, and motivational contexts. In sports, it often translates to 'cheer' or 'go'. The plural 'forze' is used in expressions like 'forze dell'ordine' (law enforcement).
Word Breakdown
forz-
root related to strength or force
root-a
feminine singular noun suffix
suffixDizionario Italiano-Inglese