意味
To accept something unpleasant.
文化的背景
There is a strong cultural thread of 'pazienza' (patience) in Italy. 'Farsi una ragione' is the intellectual side of this patience—it's how Italians process the 'mal comune' (common evil) of life. In the South, acceptance is often linked to 'destino' (fate). 'Farsi una ragione' can sometimes have a more fatalistic tone, where one accepts that 'così doveva andare' (it was meant to be). In fast-paced cities like Milan, the phrase is used more pragmatically in business to mean 'cut your losses and move on.' Many Italian authors, from Leopardi to Pirandello, explore the theme of the 'ragione' vs. 'sentimento'. 'Farsi una ragione' is the victory of the mind over the suffering heart.
Use 'ne' for natural flow
Instead of repeating the whole problem, just say 'Fattene una ragione'. It sounds much more native.
Watch the tone
Saying 'Fatti una ragione' to someone who is grieving can be very insensitive. Use it for less tragic situations or for yourself.
意味
To accept something unpleasant.
Use 'ne' for natural flow
Instead of repeating the whole problem, just say 'Fattene una ragione'. It sounds much more native.
Watch the tone
Saying 'Fatti una ragione' to someone who is grieving can be very insensitive. Use it for less tragic situations or for yourself.
The 'Stoic' Italian
This phrase is your key to understanding Italian resilience. It's not about being happy, it's about being 'in pace' (at peace).
自分をテスト
Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'farsi una ragione'.
Maria non riesce a _______ della fine della sua storia con Paolo.
The preposition 'di' follows, so we use the base reflexive form 'farsi una ragione'.
Which response is most appropriate for someone complaining about a final decision?
Speaker A: 'Non posso credere che abbiano scelto lui invece di me!'
'Fatti una ragione' is the standard idiom for accepting a final decision.
Complete the dialogue using the particle 'ne'.
A: 'Piove proprio il giorno del nostro matrimonio!' B: 'Lo so, è un peccato, ma dobbiamo _______.'
We use 'farcene' (farsi + ne) because we are referring back to the situation (the rain) and the subject is 'noi' (we).
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You lost your wallet and it's gone forever.
Reflexive 'mi sono' + 'fatto una ragione' is the correct past tense form.
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ビジュアル学習ツール
Acceptance vs. Resignation
練習問題バンク
4 問題Maria non riesce a _______ della fine della sua storia con Paolo.
The preposition 'di' follows, so we use the base reflexive form 'farsi una ragione'.
Speaker A: 'Non posso credere che abbiano scelto lui invece di me!'
'Fatti una ragione' is the standard idiom for accepting a final decision.
A: 'Piove proprio il giorno del nostro matrimonio!' B: 'Lo so, è un peccato, ma dobbiamo _______.'
We use 'farcene' (farsi + ne) because we are referring back to the situation (the rain) and the subject is 'noi' (we).
Situation: You lost your wallet and it's gone forever.
Reflexive 'mi sono' + 'fatto una ragione' is the correct past tense form.
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よくある質問
10 問'Rassegnarsi' is more passive and often implies sadness or defeat. 'Farsi una ragione' implies a more active mental effort to understand and accept.
No, it is almost exclusively used for negative, unpleasant, or disappointing situations.
It is 'farsene' (farsi + ne). The 'si' changes to 'se' when followed by 'ne'.
No, it must be 'una ragione' (indefinite article).
Rarely. It's better to use 'prendere atto' or 'accettare' in very formal business correspondence.
No, that is 'avere ragione'.
You can say 'Non riesco a farmene una ragione'.
Yes, it is a standard Italian expression used from North to South.
Yes, it's very common for unchangeable things like the weather.
Mi sono fatto/a una ragione.
関連フレーズ
mettersi l'animo in pace
synonymTo put one's soul at peace.
rassegnarsi
similarTo resign oneself.
mandare giù il rospo
similarTo swallow the toad.
voltare pagina
builds onTo turn the page.
non darsi pace
contrastTo not give oneself peace.
