When it comes to body language, Italians simply rule. A gesture is more valuable than a thousand words. As we talk, our hands fly in the air making unmistakable signs.
The next time you’re in a piazza, give yourself a course in “silent” Italian with a few hours of careful observation. Here are five of the most popular Italian expressions which make up a dictionary all of their own, for it can be tricky otherwise for outsiders to understand their meanings.
Remember though that gesticulating isn’t just about the hands; it’s also about facial expressions. So warm up, stretch out your neck and shoulders, open your eyes and get ready to move your hands like never before!
Ma che stai a dì/ma che vuoi? ("What the hell are you saying?" - “What do you really want? )
When people portray Italian stereotypes, they often use this gesture:
Bunch your fingers together, with tips touching and pointing upward. Move your hand up and down at the wrist. It can be used to ask "what the hell are you saying?" or "what the heck do you want?" Italians frequently use it in conversation … TO BE CONTINUED ... FOLLOW US !
Remember though that gesticulating isn’t just about the hands; it’s also about facial expressions. So warm up, stretch out your neck and shoulders, open your eyes and get ready to move your hands like never before!
Ma che stai a dì/ma che vuoi? ("What the hell are you saying?" - “What do you really want? )
When people portray Italian stereotypes, they often use this gesture:
Bunch your fingers together, with tips touching and pointing upward. Move your hand up and down at the wrist. It can be used to ask "what the hell are you saying?" or "what the heck do you want?" Italians frequently use it in conversation … TO BE CONTINUED ... FOLLOW US !
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