B1 — Intermediate😤 Emotions
Avere le spalle larghe
To have broad shoulders / to be able to take responsibility
Literal Translation
"To have broad shoulders"
What it means
To be able to take on criticism, blame or burdens without breaking
Example in context
"È il capo, deve avere le spalle larghe."
"He is the boss, he must have broad shoulders."
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