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Essere tutto orecchi

To be all ears

Literal Translation

"To be all ears"

What it means

To be all ears. Direct equivalent of the English expression. Signals readiness and eagerness to listen. Very common in conversations.

Example in context

"Dimmi pure — sono tutto orecchi."

"Go ahead and tell me — I'm all ears."

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