Italian Expression · Intermediate
affrontare un problema
to face a problem / to tackle a problem
Pronunciation: af-fron-TA-re oon pro-BLE-ma
Meaning
To deal with a difficult situation or issue directly.
Example
Dobbiamo affrontare questo problema prima che peggiori.
We must face this problem before it gets worse.
Practice tips
- Practice affrontare un problema out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Italian expression is for intermediate-level learners.