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grinta

/ˈɡrinta/noun · feminineB2
Extended vocabulary · Vocabulary rank 18,913

Meaning

grit, determination

  • determination, fighting spirit, and toughness shown in facing challenges

In a sentence

La squadra ha giocato con molta grinta e ha vinto la partita.

The team played with a lot of grit and won the match.

Per superare questo esame difficile serve tanta grinta.

To pass this difficult exam, you need plenty of determination.

Non ti arrendere adesso, tira fuori la tua grinta!

Don't give up now, show your grit!

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
grintafeminine · singular
grintefeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Always positive in modern Italian, implying tenacity, energy, and drive.
  • Common with verbs like avere, mostrare, and tirare fuori.

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