No. 443 in Italian
bisogna
"It is necessary" or "one must."
In a sentence
Bisogna studiare ogni giorno per imparare una nuova lingua.
One must study every day to learn a new language.
In this sentence, "bisogna" signifies necessity or obligation, typically impersonal, to emphasize the importance of studying daily.
Quando bisogna partire, fammi sapere per tempo.
When it is necessary to leave, let me know in advance.
Here, "bisogna" is used to indicate an upcoming necessity or obligation related to the action of leaving.
Per completare questo progetto, bisogna molta pazienza.
To complete this project, one needs much patience.
In this instance, "bisogna" expresses that patience is required, demonstrating its role in defining foundational necessities.
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