From Animal Kingdom To Italian Sayings

One of the things that caught our attention while reviewing a long list of Italian sayings is how many of them, and surely some of the most famous ones, are made up using animal names. "Pulce" (flea), "mosca" (fly), "cane" (dog), "gatto" (cat), "elefante" (elephant), and "lupo" (wolf) are only a few examples of animals that are used in popular Italian expressions. So, let's get ready to learn some great, "real-life" Italian sayings you won't find in books: these are idiomatic expressions that Italians use all the time in their everyday lives. The 12 Italian sayings you're about to hear will greatly improve your vocabulary and understanding of Italian culture. Welcome to the (Italian) animal kingdom, everyone!