nessuna pressione
/nesˈsu.na presˈsjo.ne/word by word
The English phrase "no pressure" can be translated into Italian as nessuna pressione.
nessuna pressione is used to express the concept of no pressure.
Meaning: phrase (phrase)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Southern Italy, particularly in the Campania region, the phrase Nun te preoccupà is used to mean "Don't worry about it".
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /nesˈsu.na presˈsjo.ne/. It has 5 syllables, and the stress is on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- While nessuna pressione works, Italians often use the phrase senza impegno to mean 'no pressure' in social contexts, literally meaning 'without commitment'.
- To express 'no pressure' regarding a decision, Italians might use stai pure tranquillo, which tells the listener to 'remain quite peaceful'.
- The word pressione is used in Italian to describe both mental stress and the physical pressure of a blood pressure reading, pressione arteriosa.
Examples in context
- Non c'è nessuna pressione per decidere subito.There is no pressure to decide right away.
- Spero che non ci sia nessuna pressione sul lavoro.I hope there is no pressure at work.
Example conversation
Giulia tells Alessandro that she is thinking about a new job offer.
- AlessandroHai deciso se accettare l'offerta?Have you decided whether to accept the offer?
- GiuliaSto ancora riflettendo, è una grande decisione.I am still thinking, it is a big decision.
- AlessandroCerto, non voglio metterti nessuna pressione.Of course, I don't want to put any pressure on you.
- GiuliaGrazie, apprezzo molto la tua comprensione.Thank you, I really appreciate your understanding.
