prendere in considerazione
/ˈprɛn.de.re in kon.si.de.ratˈt͡sjo.ne/word by word
To take into consideration in Italian is prendere in considerazione. Wiktionary also lists prendere in conto.
Meaning: take into account (verb)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA |
|---|---|
| prendere in considerazione | /ˈprɛn.de.re in kon.si.de.ratˈt͡sjo.ne/ (word by word) |
| prendere in conto | /ˈprɛn.de.re in ˈkon.to/ (word by word) |
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase prendere in considerazione is composed of the verb prendere (to take), the preposition in (in) and the noun considerazione (consideration).
Which one should you use?
The shorter form prendere in conto is also available for use.
How do you pronounce it?
The phrase consists of 8 syllables and the stress is on the 1st syllable.
Did you know?
- In Italian, the word conto can mean both a mathematical account and a restaurant bill.
- The word conto in the phrase prendere in conto shares a surprising history with the word 'account' in English, as both trace back to the Latin 'computus', meaning a calculation or reckoning.
- The word considerazione is a cognate of the English 'consideration', but in Italian, it carries a heavy Latinate weight that makes it feel quite formal in everyday conversation.
Examples in context
- Devi prendere in considerazione il consiglio di tua madre.You should take into consideration the advice of your mother.This sentence uses prendere in considerazione to show how to include someone's advice.Tatoeba #2485818 by Guybrush88, translation #2485840 by Opiejay888
- Lei deve prendere in considerazione il consiglio di sua madre.She should take into consideration the advice of her mother.Tatoeba #2485821 by Guybrush88, translation #2485841 by Opiejay888
- La prima cosa che devi prendere in considerazione è il tempo.The first thing you have to take into consideration is time.This sentence uses prendere in considerazione to highlight what the priority factor should be.Tatoeba #388164 by Pharamp, translation #32775 by CK
- Dovremmo prendere in considerazione la sua proposta prima di prendere una decisione.We should take his/her proposal into consideration before making a decision.
- Nella valutazione dei candidati, è importante tenere in considerazione le loro esperienze passate.In the evaluation of candidates, it is important to take their past experiences into consideration.
- Prima di formulare un giudizio, è essenziale considerare attentamente tutti gli aspetti del problema.Before formulating a judgment, it is essential to carefully consider all aspects of the problem.
- Ricordati di tenere presente i tuoi obiettivi personali durante il processo decisionale.Remember to keep your personal goals in mind during the decision-making process.
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Example conversation
Sofia and Francesco are discussing a new job offer.
- SofiaFrancesco, devi prendere in considerazione questa offerta.Francesco, you must take this offer into consideration.
- FrancescoÈ un'ottima opportunità per la mia carriera.It is a great opportunity for my career.
- SofiaSì, ma lo stipendio è basso.Yes, but the salary is low.
- FrancescoLo prenderò in considerazione con attenzione.I will take it into consideration carefully.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “take into consideration” translations and entries prendere in considerazione, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (prendere, in, considerazione, conto) and can differ in connected speech.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries considerazione, conto, in, prendere, prendere in considerazione, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
