B1 — Intermediate❤️ Love & Family
Fare una scenata
To make a scene
Literal Translation
"To make a scene"
What it means
To make a scene; to have an emotional outburst in a relationship. Common in the context of jealousy, anger, or betrayal in relationships. Often used critically to suggest overreaction.
Example in context
"Gli ha fatto una scenata di gelosia davanti a tutti i suoi amici."
"She made a jealous scene in front of all his friends."
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