B1 — Intermediate😤 Emotions
Rimanere con l'amaro in bocca
To be left with a bitter taste in one's mouth
Literal Translation
"To remain with the bitter taste in the mouth"
What it means
To feel disappointed and resentful after an unfair or unpleasant experience
Example in context
"Quella decisione mi ha lasciato con l'amaro in bocca."
"That decision left me with a bitter taste in my mouth."
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