sorte

fate; lot

noun SOR-teh Less Common

Origin: Latin sors, sortis (lot, fate)

Usage Note

Sorte is a feminine noun. The common idiom tirare a sorte means 'to draw lots' or 'to decide by chance.' Buona sorte! is an alternative to in bocca al lupo! for 'good luck!' The plural le sorti often refers to destinies or fortunes collectively (le sorti del paese = the country's fate/fortunes).

Examples

"Ha accettato la sua sorte con coraggio."

Natural Translation

She accepted her fate with courage.

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