A2 — Elementary❤️ Love & Family
Avere le farfalle nello stomaco
To have butterflies
Literal Translation
"To have butterflies in the stomach"
What it means
To have butterflies; to feel nervous excitement about a romantic interest. The standard Italian version of the universal romantic expression. Very common among younger Italians, especially in the early stages of romance.
Example in context
"Ogni volta che la vedo, ho le farfalle nello stomaco."
"Every time I see her, I have butterflies in my stomach."
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