A2 — Elementary👁️ Body Parts
Avere le braccia aperte
To be open and welcoming
Literal Translation
"To have open arms"
What it means
To be open and welcoming. Describes an open and welcoming attitude, readiness to embrace people or new experiences.
Example in context
"Dopo tanti anni all'estero, è tornato a casa con le braccia aperte."
"After many years abroad, he came home with open arms."
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