Italian Expression · Intermediate
prendere confidenza
to get familiar / to get confident (with)
Pronunciation: PREN-de-re kon-fi-DÈN-za
Meaning
To become comfortable or familiar with a person, situation, or task, thereby gaining confidence.
Example
Ci vuole un po' di tempo per prendere confidenza con il nuovo software.
It takes a bit of time to get familiar with the new software.
Practice tips
- Practice prendere confidenza 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.