Il sogno
Example: Il sogno di viaggiare ha motivato la sua scelta di lavoro.
Definition
"Il sogno" refers to a dream, often meaning a cherished aspiration or goal that motivates a person. It can also mean the mental experience occurring during sleep. For example, "Il sogno di viaggiare ha motivato la sua scelta di lavoro" highlights a motivating ambition.
Etymology
The Italian phrase "il sogno" comes from the Latin word "somnium," which means dream or vision. Did you know that the Latin root also gave rise to the English word "somnambulism," meaning sleepwalking? The concept of dreams has fascinated humans for centuries, reflected in the enduring use of "il sogno" in Italian.
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