Italian Expression · Intermediate
mettersi in proprio
to start one's own business / to become self-employed
Pronunciation: MET-ter-si in PRÒ-prio
Meaning
To begin working for oneself rather than for an employer.
Example
Dopo anni in azienda, ha deciso di mettersi in proprio.
After years in the company, he decided to start his own business.
Practice tips
- Practice mettersi in proprio 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.