Italian Word · Intermediate
impegnarsi
to commit oneself / to strive
Pronunciation: im-pe-GNÀR-see
Meaning
To dedicate oneself to a task or cause; to make an earnest effort.
Example
Mi impegno a completare il progetto entro la scadenza.
I commit myself to completing the project by the deadline.
Practice tips
- Practice impegnarsi 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 word is for intermediate-level learners.