Meaning
Not being objective.
Cultural Background
Italians value passionate debate, so being 'di parte' is often expected in social settings. Accusations of being 'di parte' are a staple of Italian political talk shows. Referees are constantly scrutinized for being 'di parte' by fans. In formal settings, 'imparziale' is preferred over 'di parte'.
Context is key
Always check if you mean 'biased' (di parte) or 'aside' (da parte).
Use 'imparziale' for work
In professional settings, 'imparziale' sounds more sophisticated.
Meaning
Not being objective.
Context is key
Always check if you mean 'biased' (di parte) or 'aside' (da parte).
Use 'imparziale' for work
In professional settings, 'imparziale' sounds more sophisticated.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct phrase.
Non chiedermi un parere, sai che ________.
'Essere di parte' is the correct idiom for being biased.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct usage of 'di parte'.
Only the first sentence uses the idiom correctly to mean 'biased'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Pensi che il mio progetto sia il migliore?' B: '________, sono il tuo migliore amico!'
The speaker admits bias because of their friendship.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesNon chiedermi un parere, sai che ________.
'Essere di parte' is the correct idiom for being biased.
Choose the correct usage of 'di parte'.
Only the first sentence uses the idiom correctly to mean 'biased'.
A: 'Pensi che il mio progetto sia il migliore?' B: '________, sono il tuo migliore amico!'
The speaker admits bias because of their friendship.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, it is for people or opinions.
It can be, depending on the tone. It's better to say 'mi sembra che tu sia di parte'.
Related Phrases
Essere imparziale
contrastTo be neutral
Avere dei pregiudizi
similarTo have prejudices
Super partes
contrastAbove the parties
Prendere le parti di
builds onTo take someone's side
