A2 Collocation 중립

essere un impegno

to be a commitment

Having something scheduled.

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문화적 배경

Using 'ho un impegno' is a way to save face. It allows you to say no without explaining that you'd rather stay home and watch Netflix, which might hurt the host's feelings. In Italian offices, 'impegni' are often used to justify why a task isn't done yet. It sounds more professional than saying you forgot. The 'scrittore impegnato' (committed writer) is a specific figure in Italian culture, referring to those who use their art for social change, like Pier Paolo Pasolini. The phrase 'senza impegno' is vital for shopping. It allows customers to try products or ask for quotes without feeling pressured to buy.

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The 'Vague' Power

If you don't want to go somewhere, just say 'Ho un impegno.' In Italy, it's considered rude to ask 'What commitment?' so you are safe!

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Avere vs Essere

Remember: YOU 'have' (avere) an impegno, but the TASK 'is' (essere) an impegno.

Having something scheduled.

🎯

The 'Vague' Power

If you don't want to go somewhere, just say 'Ho un impegno.' In Italy, it's considered rude to ask 'What commitment?' so you are safe!

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Avere vs Essere

Remember: YOU 'have' (avere) an impegno, but the TASK 'is' (essere) an impegno.

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Senza Impegno

When someone says 'Vieni a trovarmi, senza impegno,' they are being very friendly and reducing the social pressure on you.

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Plural Usage

Use the plural 'impegni' to sound extra busy and important.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'avere' or 'essere'.

Un figlio ____ un grande impegno per tutta la vita.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: è

We use 'essere' because we are describing the nature of the subject (a child).

Which sentence is the most polite way to decline an invitation?

Vuoi venire alla mia festa?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Scusa, ho un impegno.

'Ho un impegno' is the standard polite social excuse.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Situation: You are signing a 30-year mortgage for a house.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: È un impegno a lungo termine.

A mortgage is a long-term (lungo termine) commitment.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Possiamo spostare la riunione alle 15? B: No, mi dispiace, a quell'ora ____.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: ho già un impegno

'Ho già un impegno' means 'I already have a commitment.'

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시각 학습 자료

Impegno vs Appuntamento

Impegno
Work task General plans
Excuse Polite decline
Appuntamento
Doctor Specific time
Date With a person

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'avere' or 'essere'. Fill Blank A2

Un figlio ____ un grande impegno per tutta la vita.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: è

We use 'essere' because we are describing the nature of the subject (a child).

Which sentence is the most polite way to decline an invitation? Choose A1

Vuoi venire alla mia festa?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Scusa, ho un impegno.

'Ho un impegno' is the standard polite social excuse.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching B1

Situation: You are signing a 30-year mortgage for a house.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: È un impegno a lungo termine.

A mortgage is a long-term (lungo termine) commitment.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: Possiamo spostare la riunione alle 15? B: No, mi dispiace, a quell'ora ____.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: ho già un impegno

'Ho già un impegno' means 'I already have a commitment.'

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Technically yes, but it sounds a bit cold. It's better to say 'Ho un appuntamento' if you want to sound excited.

'Dovere' is a duty (like paying taxes). 'Impegno' is a commitment you usually chose or scheduled.

It is neutral-formal. It's perfectly fine with friends but also professional enough for a boss.

You can say 'Ho da fare' or 'Sono preso/a'.

Yes! 'Mettici più impegno' means 'Put more effort into it'.

It can mean 'busy' or 'in a relationship' (not single).

Press your tongue against the roof of your mouth, like saying 'onion'.

Yes, it's a poetic way to say you need some 'me time'.

It is 'un impegno' because it starts with a vowel.

A very formal way to say 'something unexpected came up'.

관련 표현

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prendere un impegno

builds on

To make a commitment

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mantenere un impegno

builds on

To keep a commitment

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senza impegno

specialized form

Without obligation

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impegnativo

similar

Demanding/Challenging

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disdire un impegno

contrast

To cancel a commitment

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