B1 — Intermediate👁️ Body Parts
Avere un nodo alla gola
To have a lump in one's throat
Literal Translation
"To have a knot in one's throat"
What it means
To have a lump in one's throat. Describes the physical sensation of emotion that makes it difficult to speak. Used in touching or sad situations.
Example in context
"Durante il discorso di addio aveva un nodo alla gola."
"During the farewell speech he had a lump in his throat."
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