B2 — Upper Intermediate❤️ Love & Family
Tenere qualcuno sotto controllo
To keep a close watch on a partner
Literal Translation
"To keep someone under control"
What it means
To keep a close watch on a partner; to be controlling. Often used critically to describe jealous or controlling behavior in a relationship. Can be used humorously when mild but is a serious concern when extreme.
Example in context
"Lo tiene sotto controllo — sa sempre dove si trova e con chi sta."
"She keeps a close watch on him — she always knows where he is and who he is with."
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