B1
Expression
Neutral
Meaning
To make someone seem less important.
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Cultural Background
Italians value individual talent, so being 'met in ombra' is a common topic in office gossip.
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Context is key
Always check if you are talking about work or personal life.
Meaning
To make someone seem less important.
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Context is key
Always check if you are talking about work or personal life.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank.
Il suo talento ha ______ in ombra tutti.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: messo
The verb is 'mettere'.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Fill in the blank.
Fill Blank
B1
Il suo talento ha ______ in ombra tutti.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: messo
The verb is 'mettere'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, a new building can put an old one in the shadow.
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