Idiomatic expressions Flashcards
1
Q
I was not born yesterday!
A
Non sono mica nato ieri!
2
Q
Not bad at all
This cake isn’t bad at all!
A
Mica male
Mica male questa torta!
3
Q
Not really (in response to a question)
A
Mica tanto
4
Q
“Please” or “don’t forget”, but it stresses that we really care about something. It often has a kind of sentimental meaning, so it is frequently used among family and friends, but can be used with others (often with the meaning of “I confide in you” when asking for a favor)
Upshot, is that it is a personal, emotional meaning.
Examples
- Get well soon*
- Be sure to wash your hands*
- Make sure you stop by*
A
- Mi raccomando*
- (*Can be used at either the beginning or end of sentence)
Examples
Guardisci presto, mi raccomando.
Mi raccomdando, lavati i mani.
Mi raccomodando passa a trovarmi.
