consapevolezza

awareness

noun kon-sah-peh-voh-LEHT-tsah Less Common

Origin: From consapevole ('aware') + -ezza, itself from Latin conscius.

Also means

consciousness

Usage Note

Consapevolezza is a high-register abstract noun meaning mindful awareness or self-consciousness. It is often used in philosophical, psychological, and personal-development discourse. The plural consapevolezze is grammatically possible but rarely used. The related adjective is consapevole.

Examples

"La consapevolezza di sé è importante."

Natural Translation

Self-awareness is important.

Literal Translation

The awareness of oneself is important.

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