Italian Word · Intermediate
sforzo
effort / exertion
Pronunciation: SFÒR-tzo
Meaning
A strenuous attempt or exertion of physical or mental power.
Example
Ha fatto un grande sforzo per finire il lavoro in tempo.
He made a great effort to finish the work on time.
Practice tips
- Practice sforzo 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.