Meaning
breathlessness, anxiety
- Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, or panting caused by exertion or illness.
- A state of deep worry, anxiety, or emotional distress.
In a sentence
Dopo tre rampe di scale sentiva già un forte affanno.
After three flights of stairs, he already felt very out of breath.
Nonostante l'affanno del lavoro quotidiano, riesce a mantenere la calma.
Despite the stress of daily work, she manages to stay calm.
Perché parli con tutto questo affanno?
Why are you speaking with such breathlessness?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| affanno | masculine · singular |
| affanni | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Commonly used with the preposition 'con' (with difficulty) or 'senza' (effortlessly).