B2 — Upper Intermediate❤️ Love & Family
Avere le ali ai piedi
To feel light and free
Literal Translation
"To have wings on one's feet"
What it means
To feel light and free; to feel elated, often because of love. Refers to the Mercury/Hermes wings on the feet — a classic image for speed and lightness. In romantic contexts, it describes the euphoric energy of new love.
Example in context
"Da quando è innamorato, ha le ali ai piedi — salta da un posto all'altro pieno di energia."
"Since he fell in love, he has wings on his feet — he jumps from place to place full of energy."
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