A1 Proverb ニュートラル

Volere è potere

Where there is a will, power

意味

Determination overcomes obstacles.

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文化的背景

The phrase is a legacy of the 'Risorgimento' (Unification) period, representing the birth of a modern, meritocratic Italian identity. Teachers frequently use this to encourage students before the 'Maturità' (high school exit exam). It is often cited by athletes in post-match interviews to explain how they overcame physical pain or setbacks. In the growing Italian tech scene, it's used to counter the 'pessimismo' often found in traditional bureaucracy.

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The Accent Matters

Always write 'è' with the accent. Without it, 'e' means 'and', which changes the meaning to 'Wanting and power', which is just a list.

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Social Media Usage

Use #volereèpotere on Instagram or TikTok when posting about your Italian language progress—it's a very popular hashtag!

意味

Determination overcomes obstacles.

💡

The Accent Matters

Always write 'è' with the accent. Without it, 'e' means 'and', which changes the meaning to 'Wanting and power', which is just a list.

💬

Social Media Usage

Use #volereèpotere on Instagram or TikTok when posting about your Italian language progress—it's a very popular hashtag!

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Don't Overuse

While positive, using it too much can make you sound like a motivational poster. Use it when someone actually needs a boost.

自分をテスト

Complete the proverb with the missing verb.

Volere è _______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: potere

The standard proverb uses 'potere' (to be able to).

In which situation would you use 'Volere è potere'?

Your friend is sad because their cat died.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: No, it's insensitive.

You shouldn't use motivational proverbs for grief.

Choose the best response.

A: 'Non credo di farcela a finire il progetto.' B: '________'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Volere è potere!

This is the appropriate motivational response to someone doubting their ability.

Which sentence is grammatically correct for the proverb?

Select the correct form:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Volere è potere

The proverb uses infinitives and the accented 'è'.

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練習問題バンク

4 問題
Complete the proverb with the missing verb. Fill Blank A1

Volere è _______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: potere

The standard proverb uses 'potere' (to be able to).

In which situation would you use 'Volere è potere'? situation_matching A2

Your friend is sad because their cat died.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: No, it's insensitive.

You shouldn't use motivational proverbs for grief.

Choose the best response. dialogue_completion A1

A: 'Non credo di farcela a finire il progetto.' B: '________'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Volere è potere!

This is the appropriate motivational response to someone doubting their ability.

Which sentence is grammatically correct for the proverb? Choose A1

Select the correct form:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Volere è potere

The proverb uses infinitives and the accented 'è'.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

Not at all! While it's an old proverb, it is used daily in modern Italy, from sports commentary to office talk.

Technically yes, but it sounds unnatural. Proverbs usually omit articles to be more punchy.

Yes, they are perfect equivalents in terms of meaning and situational usage.

Usually, it's positive. You wouldn't say it about someone wanting to do something illegal, as it implies a noble effort.

No. In this proverb, 'Volere' and 'Potere' stay in the infinitive form.

It's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.

There isn't a direct 'anti-proverb', but one might say 'Contro la sorte non vale forza' (Against fate, strength is useless).

He was an Italian writer who popularized the phrase in his 1867 book to encourage the Italian people.

Yes! It's very common to text 'Dai, volere è potere!' to a friend who is studying.

Only if your tone is aggressive. Usually, it's meant to be encouraging and supportive.

関連フレーズ

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Chi la dura la vince

similar

He who perseveres, wins.

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Mettercela tutta

builds on

To give it one's all.

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Prendere il toro per le corna

similar

To take the bull by the horns.

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Non c'è peggior sordo di chi non vuol sentire

contrast

There is no one more deaf than he who does not want to hear.

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