A2 Expression 中性

mettersi d'impegno

to apply oneself

意思

Working hard on a task.

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文化背景

The 'Maturità' (high school exit exam) is the ultimate 'mettersi d'impegno' moment for Italian teenagers. It is a rite of passage that requires months of intense study. The 'Made in Italy' brand is built on 'impegno.' Artisans in leather, fashion, and food pride themselves on the meticulous effort they put into their work. In cycling, a very popular sport in Italy, commentators often use this phrase to describe a rider who is trying to break away from the pack. Parents often use this phrase as a form of 'tough love' to encourage their children to take their responsibilities seriously.

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Use it for motivation

Saying 'Mi metto d'impegno' is a great way to announce to others (and yourself) that you are starting a serious work session.

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Reflexive Pronouns

Don't forget to change 'mi' to 'ti', 'si', etc. It's the most common mistake for beginners!

意思

Working hard on a task.

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Use it for motivation

Saying 'Mi metto d'impegno' is a great way to announce to others (and yourself) that you are starting a serious work session.

⚠️

Reflexive Pronouns

Don't forget to change 'mi' to 'ti', 'si', etc. It's the most common mistake for beginners!

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Irony

Italians sometimes use this phrase ironically when someone is doing something very simple with exaggerated effort.

自我测试

Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'mettersi d'impegno' in the present tense.

Se noi ________, finiremo il lavoro in tempo.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: ci mettiamo d'impegno

The subject is 'noi' (we), so the reflexive pronoun must be 'ci' and the verb must be 'mettiamo'.

Which sentence is grammatically correct in the past tense?

Choose the correct option:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Giulia si è messa d'impegno.

Reflexive verbs use 'essere' and the past participle must agree with the subject (Giulia = feminine singular = messa).

Match the situation to the most appropriate use of the phrase.

Situation: You are telling your boss that you will focus intensely on the new report.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Mi metto d'impegno per il rapporto.

The phrase is used for tasks requiring focus, like a work report.

🎉 得分: /3

视觉学习工具

练习题库

3 练习
Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'mettersi d'impegno' in the present tense. Fill Blank A2

Se noi ________, finiremo il lavoro in tempo.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: ci mettiamo d'impegno

The subject is 'noi' (we), so the reflexive pronoun must be 'ci' and the verb must be 'mettiamo'.

Which sentence is grammatically correct in the past tense? Choose B1

Choose the correct option:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Giulia si è messa d'impegno.

Reflexive verbs use 'essere' and the past participle must agree with the subject (Giulia = feminine singular = messa).

Match the situation to the most appropriate use of the phrase. situation_matching A2

Situation: You are telling your boss that you will focus intensely on the new report.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Mi metto d'impegno per il rapporto.

The phrase is used for tasks requiring focus, like a work report.

🎉 得分: /3

常见问题

5 个问题

Yes, it is grammatically correct, but 'mettersi d'impegno' is the standard idiomatic expression and sounds more natural.

It is neutral. You can use it with your friends, your teacher, or your boss.

'Impegnarsi' is the general verb for 'to work hard.' 'Mettersi d'impegno' emphasizes the act of *starting* to work hard or the *intensity* of the focus.

Use 'essere' and make sure the past participle matches the subject: 'Lei si è messa d'impegno.'

Absolutely! It's perfect for things like learning an instrument, cooking, or sports.

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contrast

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