B1 — Intermediate👁️ Body Parts
Avere la mano leggera
To have a light touch
Literal Translation
"To have a light hand"
What it means
To have a light touch. Compliments a gentle, delicate approach, whether in cooking, painting, or dealing with people.
Example in context
"Il pasticciere ha la mano leggera — i suoi dolci sono delicatissimi."
"The pastry chef has a light touch — his desserts are incredibly delicate."
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