Fuggire
Example: Quando vede il cane, il gatto cerca di fuggire rapidamente.
Definition
"Fuggire" means to escape or run away from a dangerous or threatening situation, often quickly and with urgency. For example, in the phrase 'Quando vede il cane, il gatto cerca di fuggire rapidamente,' it describes the cat trying to flee swiftly upon seeing the dog.
Etymology
The verb "fuggire" comes from the Latin 'fugere,' meaning 'to flee.' This root is shared with many European languages, reflecting the universal need to escape danger. Did you know? The English word 'fugitive' is derived from the same Latin root as "fuggire."
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