Meaning
wisdom, good sense
- the quality of having deep experience, knowledge, and sound judgment
- prudence and moderation in one's choices and actions
In a sentence
I consigli di mio nonno sono sempre pieni di saggezza.
My grandfather's advice is always full of wisdom.
Ha affrontato quella situazione delicata con notevole calma e saggezza.
She handled that delicate situation with remarkable calm and wisdom.
Non serve essere anziani per dimostrare una vera saggezza.
One does not need to be elderly to show true wisdom.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| saggezza | feminine · singular |
| saggezze | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Abstract noun derived from 'saggio' + '-ezza', almost always used in the singular.
- Differs slightly from 'sapienza' (erudition or scholarly knowledge), focusing more on life judgment.