la dolce vita
the sweet life
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Pronunciation
/la ˈdoltʃe ˈviːta/
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Cultural Note
Made famous worldwide by Federico Fellini's 1960 film, 'la dolce vita' has come to embody the Italian philosophy of living beautifully through food, love, beauty, and human connection. It's not about wealth but about savoring simple pleasures -- a perfect espresso, a long meal with friends, a passeggiata at sunset. Food is central to this philosophy.
📝 Example Sentences
Vivere la dolce vita significa godersi ogni momento.
Living the sweet life means enjoying every moment.
Un aperitivo al tramonto: questa e la dolce vita.
An aperitivo at sunset: this is the sweet life.
La dolce vita non e lusso, e saper vivere bene.
The sweet life is not luxury, it's knowing how to live well.