Non scalare le rapide
Do not climb the rapids
Language note: This advises against taking on excessive challenges metaphorically.
Culture note: Rapids symbolize obstacles faced by individuals in personal and career journeys.
Context: Her mentor advised her against trying too many new approaches at once.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Non
[nohn]
Do not
Used to give a negative command or request.
Non guardare il film ora.
Do not watch the movie now.
scalare
[SKAH-lah-reh]
climb
To go up or ascend using the feet or hands.
Scalare la torre è emozionante.
Climbing the tower is exciting.
le
[leh]
the
A definite article used to refer to specific nouns.
Le mele sono sul tavolo.
The apples are on the table.
rapide
[RAH-pee-deh]
rapids
Fast-flowing sections of a river.
Ammira le rapide dalla riva.
Admire the rapids from the shore.
Phrase Parts
Non scalare
Le rapide
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