un gran pezzo di fusto
The Italian phrase for "hot stuff" is un gran pezzo di fusto, used to describe an attractive person.
This phrase is an informal way to refer to someone who is considered physically very attractive.
Did you know?
- The word fusto is also the architectural term for the shaft of a classical column, adding a layer of 'statuesque' beauty to the compliment.
- In a romantic context, calling someone a pezzo without the rest of the phrase can be risky, as pezzo is also used in slang to describe someone who is strange or 'a character'.
- The term fusto is also used in technical Italian to describe the 'body' or 'shank' of a wine bottle.
Examples in context
- Quella festa ieri sera era una bomba!That party last night was amazing!
Example conversation
Sofia and Matteo are people-watching at a cafe.
- SofiaGuarda quel ragazzo, è un gran pezzo di fusto!Look at that guy, he is hot stuff!
- MatteoSì, Sofia, hai ragione, è molto bello.Yes, Sofia, you are right, he is very handsome.
- SofiaPenso che sia un modello professionista.I think he is a professional model.
- MatteoPotrebbe esserlo, è davvero impeccabile.He could be, he is truly flawless.
