Meaning
self-control
- The ability to control one's emotions, impulses, and behavior, especially in difficult situations.
In a sentence
Ha mantenuto l'autocontrollo nonostante le continue provocazioni del collega.
He maintained his self-control despite the colleague's constant provocations.
In situazioni di emergenza serve molto autocontrollo per non farsi prendere dal panico.
In emergency situations, it takes great self-control not to panic.
Perché perdi l'autocontrollo per sciocchezze simili?
Why do you lose your temper over such trifles?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| autocontrollo | masculine · singular |
| autocontrolli | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Usually used in the singular; synonymous with 'padronanza di sé'.