A1 Collocation Neutral

Ho paura

I am afraid

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Meaning

Expressing feelings of fear.

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Cultural Background

Italians are very expressive. Using 'Ho paura' is often accompanied by hand gestures.

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The 'Avere' Rule

Always remember: Emotions in Italian are things you have.

Meaning

Expressing feelings of fear.

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The 'Avere' Rule

Always remember: Emotions in Italian are things you have.

Test Yourself

Choose the correct verb.

_____ paura dei cani.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Ho

In Italian, we 'have' fear, we don't 'be' fear.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Choose the correct verb. Choose A1

_____ paura dei cani.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Ho

In Italian, we 'have' fear, we don't 'be' fear.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is grammatically incorrect. Always use 'Ho'.

Related Phrases

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Mi fa paura

contrast

It scares me

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