A2 Collocation 중립

essere sempre in movimento

to be always on the go

Always being active or busy.

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문화적 배경

In Milan, being 'sempre in movimento' is a status symbol. It implies you are successful, in demand, and part of the city's 'frenesia'. While also used, it might be contrasted with the 'controra' (afternoon nap). Being 'sempre in movimento' during the hottest hours is seen as a bit crazy. Grandparents are often praised for being 'sempre in movimento'. It is seen as the secret to a long life (longevità). The Futurism movement in early 20th-century Italy glorified being 'in movimento' as a rejection of the static past.

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Use it as a compliment

Italians love vitality. Telling an older person they are 'sempre in movimento' is a great way to praise their health.

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Watch the preposition

Never say 'su movimento'. It's always 'in'.

Always being active or busy.

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Use it as a compliment

Italians love vitality. Telling an older person they are 'sempre in movimento' is a great way to praise their health.

⚠️

Watch the preposition

Never say 'su movimento'. It's always 'in'.

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Combine with 'nonostante'

To sound advanced, use it with 'nonostante' (despite): 'Nonostante la pioggia, è sempre in movimento'.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the correct form of the verb 'essere'.

Mia sorella e io ________ sempre in movimento.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: siamo

The subject is 'Mia sorella e io' (we), so the verb must be 'siamo'.

Which sentence correctly uses the phrase?

A) Sono sempre su movimento. B) Sono sempre in movimento. C) Sono sempre a movimento.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: B

The correct preposition is 'in'.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Vuoi sederti un momento? B: No grazie, preferisco ________.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: essere sempre in movimento

The context of refusing to sit down suggests the person wants to stay active.

Match the situation to the meaning of the phrase.

Situation: A manager describing a fast-paced startup.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Professional dynamism

In a work context, it refers to the fast pace and constant activity of the business.

🎉 점수: /4

시각 학습 자료

When to use 'Sempre in Movimento'

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People

  • Athletes
  • Kids
  • Busy Moms
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Places

  • Milan
  • New York
  • Stations
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Work

  • Startups
  • Sales
  • Delivery

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'essere'. Fill Blank A2

Mia sorella e io ________ sempre in movimento.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: siamo

The subject is 'Mia sorella e io' (we), so the verb must be 'siamo'.

Which sentence correctly uses the phrase? Choose A2

A) Sono sempre su movimento. B) Sono sempre in movimento. C) Sono sempre a movimento.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: B

The correct preposition is 'in'.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: Vuoi sederti un momento? B: No grazie, preferisco ________.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: essere sempre in movimento

The context of refusing to sit down suggests the person wants to stay active.

Match the situation to the meaning of the phrase. situation_matching B1

Situation: A manager describing a fast-paced startup.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Professional dynamism

In a work context, it refers to the fast pace and constant activity of the business.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Yes, but it's more common to say 'è in funzione' or 'si muove'. For people, it's an idiom; for machines, it's literal.

Usually positive (energetic), but can be negative if the person is stressed or frantic.

'Occupato' means you have a specific task. 'In movimento' describes your general nature or a very active period.

Yes, 'essere sempre in moto' is a very common and slightly more informal synonym.

You can say 'Sono in movimento', but if you are traveling, 'Sono in viaggio' is better.

No, it stays singular: 'Loro sono sempre in movimento'.

Yes, to describe a dynamic market or a proactive employee.

Yes! 'New York è una città sempre in movimento'.

'Essere pigro' (to be lazy) or 'stare fermo' (to stay still).

Absolutely. It's a great way to expand your descriptions of people.

관련 표현

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non stare mai fermo

synonym

To never stay still

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darsi da fare

similar

To get busy / to work hard

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essere in moto

similar

To be in motion / started

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stare con le mani in mano

contrast

To sit idly / do nothing

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essere un vulcano

builds on

To be a volcano (of ideas/energy)

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