المعنى
Expressing annoyance.
خلفية ثقافية
The phrase is often accompanied by the 'gesto della barba' (stroking the chin) or a flick of the hand under the chin to emphasize boredom or annoyance. In Milan, you might hear 'Che sbatta' as a more modern, youthful alternative to 'Che scocciatura'. The tone might be more dramatic, often preceded by 'Uffa!' or 'Mannaggia!', adding more emotional weight to the complaint. On social media, #chescocciatura is a common hashtag used by Italians to complain about everything from bad TV shows to slow delivery services.
Use your hands
To sound truly Italian, roll your eyes slightly and sigh while saying it.
Avoid at funerals
Never use this for serious events; it makes you sound indifferent to others' suffering.
المعنى
Expressing annoyance.
Use your hands
To sound truly Italian, roll your eyes slightly and sigh while saying it.
Avoid at funerals
Never use this for serious events; it makes you sound indifferent to others' suffering.
The 'Uffa' combo
Start with 'Uffa...' then say 'Che scocciatura!' for maximum authentic effect.
Social Bonding
Use it to complain with locals at a bus stop; it's a great way to make a 'friend for five minutes'.
اختبر نفسك
Complete the sentence with the correct phrase.
Il mio telefono è rotto. Che ________!
A broken phone is a nuisance, so 'scocciatura' is the correct emotional response.
Match the situation to the most appropriate reaction.
Situation: You have to wait 2 hours for a delayed flight.
Waiting for a delayed flight is a classic 'scocciatura'.
Choose the best response for Speaker B.
A: 'Domani dobbiamo lavorare anche se è domenica.' B: '________'
Working on a Sunday is generally considered an annoyance.
Which of these is a synonym for 'Che scocciatura'?
Select the synonym:
'Che seccatura' is a very close synonym used in similar contexts.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Annoyance Levels
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينIl mio telefono è rotto. Che ________!
A broken phone is a nuisance, so 'scocciatura' is the correct emotional response.
Situation: You have to wait 2 hours for a delayed flight.
Waiting for a delayed flight is a classic 'scocciatura'.
A: 'Domani dobbiamo lavorare anche se è domenica.' B: '________'
Working on a Sunday is generally considered an annoyance.
Select the synonym:
'Che seccatura' is a very close synonym used in similar contexts.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةNo, it's not rude, but it is informal. It's like saying 'What a pain' in English.
Only if you have a very casual relationship. Otherwise, it's better to avoid it.
They are almost identical. 'Seccatura' is slightly more formal/dry, while 'scocciatura' is more common in speech.
No, it is perfectly safe for all ages, though it is informal.
Yes, 'Sei una scocciatura' means 'You are a pain/nuisance'.
Add 'vera' or 'incredibile': 'Una vera scocciatura!'
It means to remove the shell from an egg or a nut.
Yes, 'Che palle' is the very common but vulgar slang version.
No, use 'Che peccato' or 'Mi dispiace' for sad things.
It is used equally across all of Italy.
عبارات ذات صلة
Che seccatura
synonymWhat a nuisance
Che barba
similarHow boring
Che noia
similarWhat a bore
Che rottura
specialized formWhat a pain (stronger)
Che strazio
similarWhat a torment
