Italian Expression · Advanced
dare per scontato
to take for granted
Pronunciation: DAH-reh per skon-TAH-toh
Meaning
To fail to appreciate something because one is too familiar with it or assumes it will always be there.
Example
Non dobbiamo mai dare per scontato l'amore dei nostri cari.
We must never take the love of our loved ones for granted.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice dare per scontato out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a advanced-level Italian expression.