How to Say “Stfu” in Italian

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chiudi il becco
The Italian phrase for "stfu" is chiudi il becco.
chiudi il becco is a rude and aggressive way to tell someone to stop talking immediately.

What does it mean word for word?

The phrase literally translates to "shut the beak", where becco refers to a bird's beak.

Which one should you use?

While stai zitto is a more common way to say "shut up", chiudi il becco is more colorful and specifically targets the person's mouth as if it were a bird's beak.

Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?

This phrase is informal and can be perceived as rude or dismissive depending on the tone used.

Did you know?

  • The word becco used in this phrase traces its roots back to the Gaulish word *bekkos, suggesting the term has ancient Celtic origins.
  • While becco refers to a bird's beak, the word can also describe a hook or a pointed spout in Italian technical contexts.

Examples in context

  • Taci!
    Shut up!
  • Chiudi il becco e ascoltami!
    Shut your trap and listen to me!
  • Chiudi il becco, mi stai dando fastidio.
    Shut up, you are annoying me.

Example conversation

A heated argument between two roommates in a kitchen.

  1. Francesco

    Non ne posso più delle tue lamentele.
    I can't take your complaining anymore.
  2. Giulia

    Ma cosa ti prende?
    What is wrong with you?
  3. Francesco

    Chiudi il becco, Giulia!
    Shut your trap, Giulia!
  4. Giulia

    Sei davvero maleducato.
    You are really rude.

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