Indipendente
Example: Mia sorella è indipendente e vive da sola in città.
Definition
"Indipendente" describes someone who is self-reliant and able to live or act without depending on others, especially in personal or financial matters. For example, a person who manages their own life and responsibilities without external support is considered "indipendente."
Etymology
The word "indipendente" comes from the Italian prefix 'in-' meaning 'not,' combined with 'dipendente,' which derives from Latin 'dependens,' meaning 'hanging down' or 'depending.' Thus, "indipendente" literally means 'not depending,' highlighting a state of self-sufficiency.
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