How to Say “Agitation” in Italian

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agitazione
/a.d͡ʒi.tatˈt͡sjo.ne/
The English word agitation translates to agitazione in Italian.
agitazione is used to describe a stirring or a disturbance of tranquility. Agitazione is a straightforward way to say agitation in formal contexts. Inquietudine is a formal term used to express agitation, conveying restlessness or unease. Apprensione is a formal term used to emphasize a feeling of apprehension or anxiety.
Meaning: a stirring, a disturbance of tranquility (noun)

How do you pronounce it?

The word has 5 syllables, with the stress on the 4th syllable: /a.dʒi.tatˈtsjo.ne/.

Did you know?

  • The related verb agitare is used to describe the specific gesture of waving one's hands or a flag to get attention.
  • The term agitazione is frequently used in Italian history and news to describe organized social unrest and public protests.
  • The Latin root of agitazione is agitātiōnem, which stems from the verb 'agitare', meaning 'to drive' or 'to move to action'.

Examples in context

  • La colse l'agitazione.
    Agitation seized her.
    This sentence shows how agitazione can be used to describe a feeling seizing a person.
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  • La protagonista del film aveva un'espressione di agitazione.
    The protagonist of the film had an expression of agitation.
  • Il giovane studente mostrava evidenti segni di inquietudine prima dell'esame.
    The young student showed clear signs of restlessness before the exam.
  • L'agitazione dell'acqua rendeva difficile vedere il fondo.
    The agitation of the water made it difficult to see the bottom.
  • C'era molta agitazione prima dell'inizio del concerto.
    There was a lot of agitation before the start of the concert.

Example conversation

Giulia and Lorenzo are waiting for a late train.

  1. Giulia

    C'è molta agitazione tra i passeggeri.
    There is a lot of agitation among the passengers.
  2. Lorenzo

    Sì, il treno è in forte ritardo.
    Yes, the train is very late.
  3. Giulia

    Spero che arrivi presto.
    I hope it arrives soon.
  4. Lorenzo

    Dobbiamo solo avere pazienza, Giulia.
    We just have to be patient, Giulia.

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