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Fare il porco

To behave in a vulgar, dirty, or greedy manner

Literal Translation

"To act like a pig"

What it means

To behave in a vulgar, dirty, or greedy manner

Example in context

"Non fare il porco a tavola, usa le posate!"

"Don't eat like a pig at the table — use your cutlery!"

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