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coglione

idiot

noun koh-LYOH-neh Less Common

Usage Note

Coglione is a vulgar insult meaning a fool or idiot; it is anatomically derived and considered strongly offensive. Use it only in informal contexts among close friends, or avoid it altogether in polite company. The plural is coglioni. A milder alternative for 'idiot' is stupido or sciocco.

Examples

"Hai fatto il coglione davanti a tutti."

Natural Translation

You acted like an idiot in front of everyone.

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