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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