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Italian phrase of the day: Ho mal di testa

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Ho mal di testa
I have a headache
Literally: '(I) have bad of head'.

I went out with a bunch of friends to The Two Brewers last night.

As it is my birthday tomorrow everyone gave me cards and bought me drinks. Many cards. And way too many drinks. Ouch.

Per favore, parla piano
Please, speak softly.
Literally: 'For favour, speak soft/low'.

If you want to find out more

The structure of the phrase 'Ho mal di testa' can also be used for other conditions:

  • Ho mal di denti (toothache)/li>
  • Ho mal di gola (sore throat)
  • Ho mal di stomaco (stomach ache)
  • Ho mal di pancia (upset tummy)

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