A1 Idiom 中性

a colpo sicuro

Without fail

意思

Being certain.

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文化背景

In artisan workshops (botteghe), a master craftsman is said to move 'a colpo sicuro'. It represents the 'occhio' (eye) and 'mano' (hand) developed over decades. When recommending a 'trattoria', Italians use this phrase to signal that the place is authentic and consistent, avoiding 'tourist traps'. In Rome, you might hear 'a botta sicura'. 'Botta' is more visceral and common in Romanesco-influenced Italian. Being able to navigate a city or a menu 'a colpo sicuro' is seen as a sign of being 'scafato' (street-smart/experienced).

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The 'A' Rule

Always remember the 'A'. It's the most common error. Think of it as 'Aiming' (A) at the target.

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Don't over-pluralize

Keep it singular. 'A colpi sicuri' sounds like you are literally shooting a gun multiple times.

意思

Being certain.

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The 'A' Rule

Always remember the 'A'. It's the most common error. Think of it as 'Aiming' (A) at the target.

⚠️

Don't over-pluralize

Keep it singular. 'A colpi sicuri' sounds like you are literally shooting a gun multiple times.

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Use it for recommendations

It's the best way to sound like a local when giving advice. It shows you really trust the place you are suggesting.

自我测试

Complete the sentence with the correct preposition and phrase.

Non ti preoccupare, conosco la strada. Vado ___ ___ ___.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: a colpo sicuro

The idiom always uses the preposition 'a' and the masculine singular 'sicuro'.

Which situation best fits the phrase 'a colpo sicuro'?

Quale situazione è adatta?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Trovare il proprio ufficio dove si lavora da 10 anni.

The phrase implies certainty based on knowledge or habit.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 'Sai dove sono le forbici?' B: 'Sì, sono nel primo cassetto. Vai ___ ___ ___.'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: a colpo sicuro

'A colpo sicuro' is perfect here because B is telling A exactly where to find something without searching.

Match the verb with the context for 'a colpo sicuro'.

Abbina il verbo al contesto.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: all

All these verbs are commonly used with 'a colpo sicuro'.

🎉 得分: /4

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练习题库

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Complete the sentence with the correct preposition and phrase. Fill Blank A1

Non ti preoccupare, conosco la strada. Vado ___ ___ ___.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: a colpo sicuro

The idiom always uses the preposition 'a' and the masculine singular 'sicuro'.

Which situation best fits the phrase 'a colpo sicuro'? Choose A2

Quale situazione è adatta?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Trovare il proprio ufficio dove si lavora da 10 anni.

The phrase implies certainty based on knowledge or habit.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: 'Sai dove sono le forbici?' B: 'Sì, sono nel primo cassetto. Vai ___ ___ ___.'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: a colpo sicuro

'A colpo sicuro' is perfect here because B is telling A exactly where to find something without searching.

Match the verb with the context for 'a colpo sicuro'. Match B2

将左侧的每个项目与右侧的配对匹配:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: all

All these verbs are commonly used with 'a colpo sicuro'.

🎉 得分: /4

常见问题

4 个问题

Yes! It shows confidence. You can say you can perform a certain task 'a colpo sicuro'.

Not exactly. 'Sicuramente' is 'surely'. 'A colpo sicuro' describes the *way* you do something based on knowledge.

No, it is an invariable phrase. It always ends in 'o'.

Usually not. You don't 'find a person a colpo sicuro' unless you are looking for them in a specific spot.

相关表达

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Andare sul sicuro

similar

To take no risks.

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A colpo d'occhio

similar

At a glance.

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Senza fallo

synonym

Without fail.

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Andare a botta sicura

informal alternative

To go with total certainty.

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Puntare sul cavallo vincente

builds on

To bet on the winning horse.

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