Also means
foolishness
Usage Note
Sciocchezza derives from sciocco ('foolish'). The plural sciocchezze ('nonsense, silly things') is very common: Non dire sciocchezze! means 'Don't talk nonsense!' It is milder than stupidaggine and perfectly acceptable in casual conversation.
Examples
"Non dire sciocchezze!"
Natural Translation
Don't talk nonsense!

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